Office of Urban Conservation Subject Files 1974-1999

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Office of Urban Conservation Subject Files 1974-1999

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Materials documenting projects and concerns of the Office of Urban Conservation, a City of Seattle historic preservation agency.

10 cubic feet; 25 boxes

eng,

City of Seattle SeattleMunicipal Archives

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SNAC Resource ID: 6379139

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Seattle Landmarks Preservation Board

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The Landmarks Preservation Board was established in 1973 with the mission of preserving structures of historical importance. Its eleven members are appointed by the mayor and approved by the City Council. The Board must include two architects, two historians, one member of the City Planning Commission, one structural engineer, and one person each representing the fields of finance and real estate management. The other three members have no required occupation or affiliation, although all Board a...

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