Georgia Historic Preservation Resources
Supporting Savannah and Communities Across the State
Georgia’s architectural legacy is among the most diverse and well-preserved in the South — from Savannah’s Federal-style townhomes to Atlanta’s early 20th-century commercial districts and Macon’s Greek Revival mansions. Austin Historical is proud to help homeowners, architects, and contractors protect that legacy through window and door restoration that honors the original craftsmanship while meeting today’s performance standards.
Below you’ll find key statewide and local resources to make your preservation project a success — whether you’re restoring a residence in the Victorian District or preparing a COA application for a historic commercial property.
For Homeowners
City of Savannah – Historic Preservation Office
The City of Savannah’s Historic Preservation Office manages design review and Certificates of Appropriateness (COA) for projects in the city’s historic districts.
Useful Links
Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) Application & Guidelines
Historic District Maps (Savannah)
Visit the site: City of Savannah – Historic Preservation Office
Preservation Tax Incentives for Homeowners
Eligible homeowners can access significant tax incentives through the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) and the National Park Service (NPS).
Visit the site: Georgia State Income Tax Credit for Rehabilitated Historic Property
Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation
A statewide nonprofit dedicated to preserving Georgia’s architectural heritage, offering financial assistance, awards, and educational resources for homeowners.
Visit the site: Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation
Georgia Main Street Program
Helps communities revitalize historic downtowns while preserving character and promoting economic growth.
Visit the site: Georgia Main Street Program
For Preservation Professionals
Georgia State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO)
Part of the Department of Community Affairs, Georgia’s SHPO oversees statewide preservation programs, compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, and federal/state tax incentives.
Visit the site: Georgia SHPO – Historic Preservation Division
Resources for Professionals
Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation
Federal Historic Tax Credit Program
Preservation Planning & Environmental Review
Regional Commissions & Historic Districts
Georgia’s historic architecture extends far beyond Savannah. Explore certified historic districts and preservation offices in:
Atlanta – Urban Design Commission
Augusta – Augusta Historic Preservation Commission
Macon – Historic Macon Foundation
Explore Savannah’s Historic Districts
Discover Savannah’s nationally recognized historic areas via Google Maps:
Savannah Historic District
Victorian District
Thomas Square Streetcar Historic District
Each district has unique design standards and material requirements — particularly for windows, doors, and shutters. Austin Historical’s team is fully versed in these guidelines and can help you navigate the approval process with confidence.
Partner with a Certified Preservation Expert
Austin Historical partners with architects, contractors, and preservation boards across Georgia to deliver window and door restoration that meets the highest preservation standards — from hand-crafted sash replication to sensitive material repair in compliance with SHPO and COA requirements.
Serving Savannah, Macon, Atlanta, and historic communities statewide.
Contact Austin Historical – Savannah Branch
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