Design Guidelines:

From the National Trust for Historic Preservation's National Main Street Center

All proposed designs must be consistent with the design criteria established by the National Trust for Historic Preservation's National Main Street Center and meet all local ordinances. For your reference in preparing your proposal for grant consideration, we have provided the following documents regarding the design and improvement of commercial properties.

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Architectural Variety Paint Color
Awnings Painting Your Building
Doors Rear Entrances
Energy Conservation Signs
Facade Change As Evolution Storefront Design
Historic Architectural Decoration The Traditional Façade
Main St. Architectural Tradition Upper Story Windows
Masonry Cleaning