Cultural Resources Office

The Cultural Resources Office (CRO) works with property owners, neighborhoods, City departments, public agencies and elected officials to preserve our City's historic and cultural heritage. Under applicable standards and ordinances, the Office reviews:

• exterior changes to City Landmarks and buildings in City Historic Districts;
• demolitions in Preservation Review Districts and National Register Historic Districts;
• projects funded by the City or that affect City-owned property
• City projects funded by the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

CRO Hotspot

The Office maintains a satellite office in Room 421 City Hall to assist citizens with over-the-counter applications and permit review. More information.

CRO serves as the staff of the Preservation Board, and provides educational outreach programs and technical assistance to owners of historic property.

St. Louis Preservation Board

The Preservation Board is a nine-member panel of citizens and design professionals appointed by the Mayor and charged with ensuring that the historic and cultural character of the City's designated districts and landmarks is preserved. The Board:

• recommends historic district and landmark designations;
• advises City Administration and the Board of Aldermen on preservation issues;
• reviews major development proposals in historic districts;
• hears appeals of decisions by the Cultural Resources Office.

Meetings

The Preservation Board meets the fourth Monday of every month at 4:00 P.M. in our offices at 1015 Locust Street, 12th floor. All meetings are open to the public and fully accessible. Check our Agenda Page about two weeks before the meeting to see a preliminary copy of the Board's agenda; the final agenda is available several days in advance of the meeting.