Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the following Frequently Asked Questions link to selected Landmarks Publications. The complete list of publications can be found on the Resources page.

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1. What is an historic landmark?
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2. How do I nominate a building or site as a King County landmark?
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3. My building is designated as a landmark, does that mean I can't make alterations to it?
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4. How do I research the history of my building?
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5. Is there a list of historic landmarks in King County?
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