Awards
The Lansing Historic District Commission (LHDC) has been recognizing businesses and individuals who rehabilitate historic buildings in a manner that respects the architectural and historic character of the structure since 1998. The commission has presented preservation awards in conjunction with their annual reception and exhibit. Impression 5 Science Center, at 200 Museum Drive, has collaboratively sponsored the celebration and exhibit for the past five years. Currently two LHDC shows are on exhibit at the center until April 2004: the preservation awards and a display of properties associated with Lansing's early automobile heritage.
The Lansing Historic District Commission invites nominations for preservation awards throughout the year, until February 1st. Rehabilitation or restoration work must have been completed within one year prior to the awards presentations. For more information or to nominate a property please contact the Planning Office at (517) 483-4066.
Award Categories
Preservation Award
This award is given for a major project which utilizes the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and historic research to preserve, maintain and or restore the property.
Stewardship Award
Recognition for a property which represents continued maintenance while closely following the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and retaining the historic character.
Respectful Rehabilitation
Significant projects that have attempted to retain the historic character using modern materials, but not necessarily consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards
New Construction
New construction within an urban area that is compatible with the character of its surroundings, including additions to existing historic structures.
Downtown Revitalization
Special recognition to the Lansing Economic Development Corporation for their incentive programs to encourage revitalization of the downtown Washington Square commercial district.
Award Recipients
click here for preservation award nomination application
