Northville, MI · Oakland County
Historic District Commission Application
Property owners and applicants use this application to request Historic District Commission review and approval of proposed exterior work in Northville.
What this form is
Use this application to request Historic District Commission review and approval for proposed exterior changes to property in the historic district. It asks for property and applicant details, project type, construction value, work description, and signatures from the applicant and property owner. Submit the required supporting documents for your project, proof of ownership, five identical packets, and a matching PDF.
Who needs it
Property owners and their authorized applicants seeking approval for exterior work on property in Northville’s historic district need this application.
How to submit it
Submit five identical paper packets and a matching PDF emailed to [email protected] and [email protected]. Include the fee listed in the current City Fee Schedule; deadlines are posted at the Building Department and on the City website.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; both the applicant and property owner must sign it.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Historic District Commission application PDF.
- 2
Complete And Sign
Fill in the property and project details; the applicant and property owner must sign and date the application.
- 3
Gather Supporting Documents
Use the project requirements in the application to assemble proof of ownership and five identical packets of required materials.
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Submit To The City
Submit the paper packets and fee, and email a matching PDF to the addresses listed in the application.
Frequently asked questions
- What work does this application cover?
- It requests Historic District Commission review of exterior work, including construction, repairs, replacements, painting, signs, cleaning, and landscaping changes.
- What materials must I include?
- Provide proof of ownership, five identical packets, project-specific supporting documents, and a matching PDF. A property owner authorization letter is required when the applicant is not the owner.
- Do I need a notary for the Historic District Commission application?
- No. This application is signed and dated without a notary; both the applicant and property owner must sign it.
- How do I submit the Historic District Commission application?
- Submit five identical paper packets and email the matching PDF to [email protected] and [email protected]. Include the fee listed in the current City Fee Schedule.