About Historic Districts

Learn about historic preservation and resources at local, state, and federal levels

About Historic Districts

  • The Ann Arbor Preservation Alliance

    The OWSA is a partner in the Ann Arbor Preservation Alliance (AAPA), whose mission is to promote the cultural and economic benefits of historic preservation.

  • Historic Preservation Laws and Tax Incentives

    The AAPA offers a portal to Ann Arbor’s historic preservation ordinance and the Historic District Commission (which approves renovations), as well as state and federal tax incentives.

  • Is Your Home is in the OWS Historic District?

    To find out if your property is in the OWS historic district (and, therefore, subject to the historic preservation ordinance), visit the city’s Historic Districts Maps page.