Mission Statement

It is the intent of the Preservation Board to increase public awareness of the importance and significance of Collier County's historical and archaeological heritage by protecting, preserving, and perpetuating Collier County's historic and archaeological artifacts, sites, districts, structures, buildings, and properties.

Historic Designation Process

The designation of specific sites, structures, buildings, districts, and properties may be initiated by the Preservation Board or by a property owner. Upon consideration of the Preservation Board's findings and recommendations, and upon the consideration of the criteria and guidelines contained in the Land Development Code, the Board of County Commissioners may either approve, by resolution or deny a petition for historic designation.

Preservation Board Membership

The Preservation Board consists of seven members who have been appointed by the Board of County Commissioners. Appointments by the Board of County Commissioners are on the basis of a potential member's involvement in community issues, integrity, experience, and interest in the field of historical and archaeological preservation. Each member of the Preservation Board must also be a resident of Collier County, Florida.

Historical and Archaeological Survey and Assessment

Section 2.03.07.E of the Land Development Code (LDC) requires that applications for specific development order as described in Subsections 2.03.07.E.1.a.l. of the LDC shall comply with the requirement to have a historical/archaeological survey and assessment submitted with the application if the subject property is located within an area of historical/archaeological probability. The survey and assessment shall be prepared by a certified archaeologist and consistent with accepted professional procedures and practices outlined listed in Subsections 2.03.07.E.2.l-m. of the LDC. A waiver from the requirement of submitting a survey and assessment may be requested pursuant to Section 2.03.07.E.2.j. of the LDC.

For a determination

If a property is located within an area of historical/archaeological probability, you may visit the Growth Management Community Development Division Building or you may fax or e-mail a copy of the legal description, location map, or other information locating the site to:

Raymond Bellows, Planning Manager
Land Development Services / Zoning Services
Growth Management Community Development Division - Planning and Regulation
Phone: 239-252-2463
E-mail: Ray.Bellows@colliercountyfl.gov