[MassHistPres] Examples of CPA funds used for Historic Preservation of Privately Owned Property?

[james hadley]

Ms. Caplanson,
On Cape Cod, at least, attorneys have determined that the securing of a preservation easement on the property - allowing the Town as granting agency for the CPA money to have a say in the maintenance, possible remodeling and the demolition of the property - is sufficient reason for allowing the expenditures on private property.
I agree, and would add that oversight on how money is spent in the initial grant is also very important. Also important is requesting the Board of Selectmen to delegate the oversight to the Historical Commission.
James Hadley
former chair, Orleans Historical Commissions

From: scaplanson at preservationmass.org
To: masshistpres at cs.umb.edu
Date: Tue, 17 Jun 2014 16:24:52 -0400
Subject: [MassHistPres] Examples of CPA funds used for Historic Preservation	of Privately Owned Property?

I received a query from a consultant who is working with a community to gather  information on the use of CPA funds for historic preservation/rehabilitation/restoration of privately owned (versus publicly owned or non-profit owned) property.  They are interested  in how other communities handle the issue and would like to assemble information on the various issues involved – advantages/disadvantages, pros/cons, pitfalls, issues to pay particular attention to, etc.   My contact has reviewed the information on the Community Preservation Coalition website and obtained useful information on the Cambridge program.  Any other information you have to share about experiences in  other communities will very helpful.   My contact  would also like to contact some CPCs who have used CPA funds for privately owned projects to get their firsthand account. Any information you have on this issue will be greatly appreciated. Thank you. Stacia  Stacia CaplansonCircuit RiderPreservation Massaschusetts617-999-3256scaplanson at preservationmass.orgPreservation Massachusettswww.preservationmass.orgOld City Hall45 School StreetBoston, MA 02108    
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