Historic Preservation Law

Catalog description

This course provides an introduction to the legal mechanisms used to protect historic resources in the built environment, focusing on the legal principles underlaying preservation laws, including constitutional issues related to governmental regulation of real property, as well as federal, state, and local historic preservation laws. Students will gain an understanding of the legal and advocacy tools, strategies, and responsibilities of public and private organizations in the historic preservation field, and will be able to identify legal issues, communicate effectively with attorneys, and be stronger advocates.