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Chicago Heights Historic Preservation Advisory Committee
Circa Signs
Driving around some of the older neighborhoods in the City, you may recognize 'Circa' signs that are purchased
by many homeowners and mounted proudly in front of their homes. These signs are not only for recognition of
our elegant Victorian or charming Craftsman homes, they are a means for all homeowners to show pride in their
vintage homes. Today even our City's post war/mid twentieth century houses now qualify. If you live in a
"vintage" home, 50 years or older, the CHHPAC invites you to consider joining your neighbors in recognizing the
wonderful architectural heritage we all share by posting an attractive Circa Sign.
Although all of the signs are uniform in their look, a selection of colors is available for coordination with your
home. Further color customizing is available for an additional cost. The committee will research and aid you in
verifying the date of your home if it is unknown to you. Signs are available for $125.00. If you are interested,
please contact Mike Bonhart with the Chicago Heights Historic Preservation Advisory Committee at (708)
755-3023.
by many homeowners and mounted proudly in front of their homes. These signs are not only for recognition of
our elegant Victorian or charming Craftsman homes, they are a means for all homeowners to show pride in their
vintage homes. Today even our City's post war/mid twentieth century houses now qualify. If you live in a
"vintage" home, 50 years or older, the CHHPAC invites you to consider joining your neighbors in recognizing the
wonderful architectural heritage we all share by posting an attractive Circa Sign.
Although all of the signs are uniform in their look, a selection of colors is available for coordination with your
home. Further color customizing is available for an additional cost. The committee will research and aid you in
verifying the date of your home if it is unknown to you. Signs are available for $125.00. If you are interested,
please contact Mike Bonhart with the Chicago Heights Historic Preservation Advisory Committee at (708)
755-3023.
CHHPAC Euclid Incentive Award Program
The Chicago Heights Historic Preservation Advisory Committee (CHHPAC) will grant 5 - $100 rebates to
exterior projects on local landmark structures that improve the historic character of the structure.
All winning projects will meet criteria based on sensitivity to the character of the structure and sound historic
preservation principles. Work must be done in accordance with Chicago Heights Historic Design Guidelines.
Copies of these can be obtained by calling Mike Bonhart with the Chicago Heights Historic Preservation
Advisory Committee at (708) 755-3023.
Winning projects will have been completed on a building within the historic district or on an individually
designated landmark. Projects must be completed prior to application submittal. Examples of eligible projects
include, but are not limited to:
exterior projects on local landmark structures that improve the historic character of the structure.
All winning projects will meet criteria based on sensitivity to the character of the structure and sound historic
preservation principles. Work must be done in accordance with Chicago Heights Historic Design Guidelines.
Copies of these can be obtained by calling Mike Bonhart with the Chicago Heights Historic Preservation
Advisory Committee at (708) 755-3023.
Winning projects will have been completed on a building within the historic district or on an individually
designated landmark. Projects must be completed prior to application submittal. Examples of eligible projects
include, but are not limited to:
* Repair of original windows
* Porch Restoration
* Garage Preservation
* Period Painting
* Replacing of exterior concrete with wood stairs
* Porch Restoration
* Garage Preservation
* Period Painting
* Replacing of exterior concrete with wood stairs
* Appropriate staircase railing
* Appropriate front door/storm door/ security door
* Repointing of mortar joints
* Removal of aluminum or vinyl siding and returning
back to wood façade
* Appropriate front door/storm door/ security door
* Repointing of mortar joints
* Removal of aluminum or vinyl siding and returning
back to wood façade
Only one award will be given per household. The application must be completed and sent in along with before
and after pictures as well as a detailed description of the work.
The CHHPAC reserves final judgment on whether a project meets Award Program requirements.
and after pictures as well as a detailed description of the work.
The CHHPAC reserves final judgment on whether a project meets Award Program requirements.