Historic Preservation Commission

On Tuesday January 26, 2021, Buena Vista's Board of Trustees approved Architectural Design Guidelines for Historic East Main. The Architectural Design Guidelines were developed over the last two and one half years by the towns Historic Preservation Commission with the help of History Colorado and the public’s input. The Guidelines are based on The Secretary of Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and best practices of numerous, similar, historic Colorado towns.

View and download the Architectural Design Guidelines for Historic East Main (PDF)

The intent of the Architectural Design Guidelines is to preserve Buena Vista’s historic downtown for our citizens and future generations. The Guidelines, if followed for locally, landmarked, historic properties can make available state tax credits of up to 35% for the preservation and restoration of the properties on Historic East Main. Buena Vista's Historic Downtown buildings tell the story of the people who worked to form our town, telling of the mining, agriculture, and railroad eras.

If you are interested in preserving or restoring your historic property and taking advantage of the available state tax credits, the Historic Preservation Commission meets at 3 pm every first Thursday of the month and is open to the public. Information on the Guidelines, meeting agendas, meeting minutes and the Historic Preservation Commission is available on this page.

2023 Schedule

Information Regarding Grants for Historic Preservation Projects