Heritage Properties

Heritage Building Guidelines

A heritage building is any structure constructed prior to 1940. Registered heritage buildings are formally recorded at the Registry of Deeds in Lawrencetown. All proposed modifications to registered heritage structures must be reviewed by the Planning and Heritage Advisory Committee before work begins.

Preferred Materials

Exterior: wood, brick, stone. Doors and storm doors: wood. Roofing: wood shingles, shakes, or slate (asphalt acceptable). Windows: wood (aluminum with baked enamel acceptable). Fences and signage: wood or wrought iron. Colors should follow a traditional palette.

Financial Assistance

Provincial grants may be available through Nova Scotia's Department of Communities, Culture and Heritage for registered heritage property restoration.

Forms and applications