2012 Winnetka Landmark Preservation Awards Nominations Due by April 27

The deadline is near if you are planning to nominate a home for Winnetka's annual Preservation Awards. Each year, Winnetka honors construction projects that are done in keeping with the history and character of the village. Their are three categories: Restoration, Rehabilitation, and New Construction.

Rehabilitation
The project restores the property to its original appearance using original plans and required research. The project may be a full-scale or partial restoration. An example of a partial restoration would include the replacement of an asphalt shingle roof with original roof material, or the restoration of a porch to its original condition

Restoration
The project is sympathetic to the building's original design. Original plans and research materials are not available, but the project upholds the spirit of the building's style, use of materials and finish. Room additions or garages represent examples of rehabilitation.

New Construction
Emphasizes the project's compatibility with its neighborhood. In this respect, issues regarding style, massing, scale, color, trees and context to adjacent properties feature in consideration.

To obtain an application and read the rules, pleae click Village of Winnetka Preservation Award Application . You may also call Ann Klaassen at 847-716-3525

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