5. Will the Township regulate the exterior color of my structure?
Historic integrity must be maintained according to the “circa” (date/time frame) of the original construction of the building. The intent of the Commission is to encourage design that is compatible with the historic structure in scale, massing, materials and related features. As a Certified Local Government program we are bound by the U.S. Dept. of Interior “Standards for Rehabilitation and Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings”. Therefore, colors of any structure that has Landmark status must be compatible with its age.

6. What about the interior of my house?
The Freehold Township Ordinance does not apply to interiors of any structures, or to ordinary repairs and maintenance.

7. Is there an appeal process?
Yes. All Appeals of Commission decisions are made to the Zoning Board of Adjustment.

8. Does landmark status make me eligible to receive financial support or favored tax status?
If your house is listed on the National Register of Historic Places you may be eligible for Federal Tax Credits. Unfortunately, New Jersey State law does not currently enable municipalities to grant favored tax treatment (abatement, exemptions, etc.) to designated historic structures, however, there is a bill in the State Assembly (Assembly Environment Committee—Assembly, No. 1172) that may enable you to recoup some monies if your house is designated a Landmark Site. This bill has been in front of the Assembly since March of 2000 but has not as yet been enacted into law.

9. On what basis will the Commission make decisions regarding proposed additions or alterations to my property?
In reviewing all applications, the Commission must follow the review criteria contained within Freehold Township Ordinance No. 18-60 thru 18-66, Land Use Ordinances. The intent of the Commission is to encourage design that is compatible with the historic structure in scale, massing, materials and related features.