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A VISION FOR PRESERVATION IN PLANO

A robust heritage preservation program supports efforts toward a more vibrant city with an active downtown, well-kept
older neighborhoods, and cherished heritage locations for its citizens. This vision for preservation includes these aspects:
1.

HERITAGE RESOURCES ARE INTEGRAL TO LIFE IN PLANO.

In the future, heritage preservation in Plano is a vital part of overall community development policies and objectives. It
serves as an important tool in economic development, public health, sustainability, housing, and cultural enrichment.
In this respect, it embraces a holistic approach to planning and development.
2.

HERITAGE RESOURCES CELEBRATE THE CITY’S CULTURAL HERITAGE.

Heritage resources enable people to feel a sense of connection with their past and with the community as a whole.
Historic properties also provide opportunities to interpret Plano’s history.

3.

A NETWORK OF INDIVIDUALS AND ORGANIZATIONS SUPPORTS HERITAGE
PRESERVATION.

Property owners, preservation organizations, city staff, and interested Plano community members take part in
heritage preservation work and activities throughout the community. These efforts ensure that a strong network of
preservation partners is created.

4.

HERITAGE PRESERVATION IS SOLUTIONS-ORIENTED.
The program helps owners find solutions for maintaining historic properties in active and appropriate uses.

5.

HERITAGE PRESERVATION LOOKS FORWARD WHILE VALUING THE PAST.
The program seeks ways in which historic properties help maintain the vitality of the city. It is forward-looking,
helping the community meet its aspirations for the future in ways that make best use of its older built resources.

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