What is the process for making changes to my home in a Local Historic District?

For any proposed exterior work on a home located in one of Brookline's Local Historic Districts, you must apply for a Certificate by completing this application. The Preservation staff will work with you to determine which type of Certificate will apply to your type of work and whether this work can be approved at the staff level or will require the approval of the Preservation Commission.  If a building is located in a Local Historic District, the applicant should refer to the Design Guidelines for Local Historic Districts for an understanding of the regulations and guidelines for approved work. In almost all cases, the Preservation Commission will not approve demolition of buildings in Local Historic Districts.

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1. What buildings in Brookline are subject to review for demolition delay?
2. What qualifies a project as demolition?
3. Who reviews a building for its historical and architectural significance?
4. What happens when a building is assigned an initial determination of significance?
5. How do I know if a National or State Register-listed building requires demolition review?
6. What is the process for making changes to my home in a Local Historic District?
7. What is a demolition delay? Why do I have to wait to demolish my house?
8. Where can I find historic images, maps, plans, etc. of my house or any building in Brookline?