Wake County is in the process of updating its Historic Preservation Principles and Standards. The goal is to make these guidelines clearer, more practical, and better suited to current needs. As part of this effort, county officials are seeking feedback from residents at a public meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 13.
The meeting will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Panther Branch Rosenwald School, located at 9109 Sauls Road in Raleigh. It is hosted by the Wake County Historic Preservation Commission (WCHPC) in partnership with Capital Area Preservation.
Proposed changes to the guidelines include simpler language, more visuals, and increased flexibility for using alternative materials—particularly for homeowners working on repairs or improvements to historic properties. The updates also address sustainability and offer new recommendations for strengthening historic structures against natural disasters.
“These updates are intended to make the preservation process more practical and accessible, especially for homeowners making repairs or improvements,” said Susan Evans, chair, Wake County Board of Commissioners. “We encourage landmark property owners and anyone interested to attend and share their feedback.”
Funding for the update comes in part from a Federal Historic Preservation Fund matching grant awarded to WCHPC. Consultants from Loggia Preservation, LLC will join staff from Capital Area Preservation and members of WCHPC at the meeting to answer questions and gather comments.
Residents who want to review the current Principles and Standards or need more information can contact Capital Area Preservation by phone at 919-833-6404 or by email at info@cappresinc.org.
