| In addition to our
natural heritage, Downers Grove enjoys
an immense cultural heritage, with
widely varied neighborhoods, historic
buildings and sites. Prince Pond as
well as the historic Prince
subdivision harkens back to an earlier
period of Downers Grove. The
downtown business district reflects
small town life with modern
amenities.
Historic Preservation in Downers
Grove:
The
Village Council adopted a new Historic
Preservation Ordinance on
December 15, 2015. The new
ordinance was the result of
extensive community participation at
both the Architectural Design Review
Board (ADRB) / Ad Hoc Subcommittee
on Historic Preservation meetings
and Village Council meetings.
More information is available on the
Historic
Preservation page of the
Village website.
What
can we learn from the fate of the
Edwards House?
In June
2016 after a seven month
struggle, the historic and
picturesque Edwards House on Maple
Avenue was demolished to make way
for a five story, 55 unit
condominium building. Please click here
to read a detailed account of how
this loss of a significant historic
home evolved.
Is your
home a Historic Landmark?
The
State of Illinois surveyed buildings
in the Village in the early 1970s.
The Village has reviewed the survey
and mapped the buildings that were
identified by the State. Many of the
buildings have retained their
historic character and significance.
Check out the Village’s Interactive
Maps to
see if your home is a potential
Landmark.
How do I
make my property a Historic
Landmark?
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