Frequently Asked Questions
Statesville Historic Preservation Commission
Following is a list of frequently asked questions. If
the question you need is not here, please call Sherry Ashley at 
704-878-3539 or send an email by
clicking on the mailbox. 
Question: Can I cut trees down without a Certificate of Appropriateness?
Answer: No. If the tree measures 8 inches in diameter from 4 feet off the ground, a certificate of Appropriateness (COA) is required.
704-878-3539 or send an email by
clicking on the mailbox. Question: Can I cut trees down without a Certificate of Appropriateness?
Answer: No. If the tree measures 8 inches in diameter from 4 feet off the ground, a certificate of Appropriateness (COA) is required.
Question:
Can I paint my house any color I
want?
Answer: Yes. The HPC will gladly assist in color selection, but the choice is the homeowner's.
Answer: Yes. The HPC will gladly assist in color selection, but the choice is the homeowner's.
Question: Do I
need a COA to
put in a driveway and/or parking area.
Answer: Yes.
Question:
Do I need a COA for a new fence?
Answer: Yes
Question:
Can I do what I want with the back of the house since it
isn't visible from the street?
Answer: No. A COA is required for all alterations front and back.
Question: Do I need to obtain a COA before getting a building permit for property in an historic district?
Answer: Yes, if the work involves exterior work. A COA is required to obtain a Zoning Clearance. A Zoning Clearance is required to obtain a Building Permit.
Question:
Do I need to obtain a COA befoe requesting approval from City Council
to demolish a building in an historic district?
Answer: Yes.
Question: Do I need a COA to install a satellite dish?
Answer: Yes, Satellite dishes should not be visible from the street in an historic district.
Answer: Yes.
Answer: Yes
Answer: No. A COA is required for all alterations front and back.
Question: Do I need to obtain a COA before getting a building permit for property in an historic district?
Answer: Yes, if the work involves exterior work. A COA is required to obtain a Zoning Clearance. A Zoning Clearance is required to obtain a Building Permit.
Answer: Yes.
Question: Do I need a COA to install a satellite dish?
Answer: Yes, Satellite dishes should not be visible from the street in an historic district.