Page 14 - Plano, TX Heritage Preservation Plan

PROPERTY OWNERS
Downtown property owner holding a Recorded
Texas Historic Landmarks (RTHL) plaque for the
W.D. McFarlin Building
Plano residents enjoying one of the city’s many
outdoor festivals
Plano’s Art and Wine Walk
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Property owners that choose to purchase designated historic resources or a
historic property in a designated heritage district understand the importance
of the property to the history of the city. While property owners may qualify for
financial incentives for the maintenance of their property, they also invest time
and money into its preservation, and to keep it in active use. This investment,
in addition to owning a piece of Plano’s history, results in pride of ownership.
BUSINESS OWNERS
Business owners that choose to locate their businesses in a designated historic
building or heritage district engage in preservation by keeping historic buildings
in active use. Business owners also then attract customers to heritage resources
for business purposes, bringing more awareness to heritage resources and
districts.
RESIDENTS
Plano residents celebrate the city’s heritage in many ways. Some residents
choose to live in historic properties, which keeps these buildings in active
use and helps to maintain them in good condition. Residents throughout the
community also organize, support and participate in events that celebrate the
heritage of Plano. These events are hosted throughout the community and are
open to and attended by residents throughout Plano.
VISITORS
Heritage tourism is one of many economic benefits of heritage preservation and
is a crucial driver for how visitors engage with heritage preservation in Plano.
Events and festivals that celebrate Plano’s heritage, museums and exhibits that
present the history of the City, and plaques and markers placed throughout the
community to identify key heritage resources are all ways in which visitors learn
about and immerse themselves in Plano’s heritage.
NOVEMBER 2018