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***Note: Many local criminal codes can now be located under Chapter 10.60 SMC while others are now cited under the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), which was incorporated into the municipal code in 2022. (See SMC 10.58.010). Code Enforcement, including Noise Control and Animal Regulations are located in Chapters 10.62 through 10.74.

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Title 17D
Chapter 17D.100
Section 17D.100.010
 

Title 17D City-wide Standards

Chapter 17D.100 Historic Preservation

Section 17D.100.010 Purposes

  1. The City recognizes that the maintenance and preservation of historic landmarks and historic districts benefits all people in Spokane, and provides a general benefit to the public by preserving our City’s history and unique culture.

  2. By creating standards for the designation and protection of historic landmarks and historic districts, the City intends to recognize, protect, enhance and preserve those buildings, districts, objects, sites and structures which serve as visible reminders of the historical, archaeological, architectural, educational and cultural heritage of the City and County as a public necessity. The intent of this ordinance is to keep qualifying historic buildings in use through their listing on the Spokane Register of Historic Places; incentivize rehabilitation; review changes to historic properties; and promote preservation in all neighborhoods, in balance with property rights protections under Washington law.

Date Passed: Monday, February 12, 2018

Effective Date: Saturday, March 31, 2018

ORD C35580 Section 2