"A local historic preservation ordinance is the most effective form of protecting a community's historic resources."
At this time Alachua County does not have a historic preservation ordinance and does not officially designate historic properties. However, future efforts of the County include the development of an ordinance.
A Historic Preservation Ordinance Does:
- provide a policy for the protection of historic resources
- establish an objective and democratic process for designating historic properties
- protect the integrity of designated historic properties by requiring design review
- authorize design guidelines for new development within historic districts to ensure that it is not destructive to the area's historic character
- stabilize declining neighborhoods and protects and enhances property values
A Historic Preservation Ordinance Does Not:
- require that historic properties be opened for tours
- restrict the sale of a property
- require improvements, changes, or restoration of a property
- prevent new construction within historic districts
A Model Preservation Ordinance
Currently there are only two cities in Alachua County that have a Historic Preservation Ordinance: Gainesville and Micanopy. To view these ordinances, please click on the links below.
Gainesville's Historic Preservation Ordinance
Micanopy's Historic Preservation Ordinance