National Register Restrictions Explained

As fantastic as it is, the National Register of Historic Places can get a little confusing—even for a seasoned pro. But fear not, because the National Trust teamed up with Jim Gabbert, a historian with the National Park Service, to create our National Register of Historic Places Guide.

Episode Three peels back another layer of National Register myth and legend to answer questions such as:

• Does listing in the National Register place any automatic restrictions or requirements on a property?
• Can I paint my National Register-listed property any color I like?
• Can I demolish my National Register-listed property?
• Does my National Register-listed property need to meet certain requirements to qualify for a historic tax credit?
• Can listing in the National Register trigger a local ordinance or restriction?

We hope you enjoy the show.

Special thanks to the President Woodrow Wilson House for filming accommodations.