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National Register of Historic Places :State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) : MNHS.... Page 1 of 3 <br />Frequently Asked <br />Questions <br />The following are the most frequently asked National Register questions. The answers are brief and <br />are intended to address a wide range of questions. Di~•ect more specific questions to the State Historic <br />Preservation Off ce. <br />What does it mean to me to have my property listed in the National Register? <br />It means that your property has been documented and evaluated according to federal standards and <br />listed in the National Register because it is significant in American history, architecture, archaeology, <br />engineering or culture. <br />When my property is listed in the National Register, is it preserved forever? <br />Listing a property gives it recognition and may change the way people or communities view historic <br />properties. The National Register is sometimes criticized because it does not bring greater protection. <br />Listing does not interfere with an owner's right to alter, or dispose of their property if they use their <br />own money. <br />The Preservation Office encourages owners of historic properties to contact the office if they have <br />questions about changes they are thinking of making to their property. Staff would like to work with <br />them so that the changes respect the historic character of the property. <br />Does listing in the National Register protect my property during Federal or State projects? <br />Projects undertaken, funded, licensed, or permitted by Federal agencies are reviewed by the <br />Preservation Office to determine if they will affect properties which are listed in the National Register <br />or eligible for listing in the National Register. The Preservation Office also reviews projects <br />undertaken, funded or licensed by State departments and agencies which may affect a property which <br />is listed in the National Register. It is the responsibility of the Federal or State agencies to notify the <br />Preservation Office of proposed projects. Ways are then discussed to protect the property or mitigate <br />the effects of the project on it. <br />Is additional maintenance required once a property is listed in the National Register? <br />No. The property owner may maintain the property as they choose following local requirements. <br />http://www.innhs.org/shpo/nrhp/faq.htm 10/20/2009 <br />