Historic Preservation

Oakland's wealth of historic buildings and neighborhoods is matched by few other California cities. These artifacts reflect the city's rich multicultural history, from earliest times to the present. Below, please find more about Oakland’s policies and actions governing Historic Preservation, a comprehensive list of Designated Landmarks & Historic Properties, and information on our Landmark Preservation Advisory Board.

Landmarks Preservation Advisory Board (LPAB)

Historic Preservation and the General Plan

Historic Preservation Element of the General Plan Historic Preservation Summary City of Oakland Current General Plan

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Learn more about how Oakland determines Historic Properties and see lists of properties and areas that have already been classified as Designated Landmarks, Heritage Properties and Preservation Districts.

Historical and Architectural Rating Systems List of Designated Landmarks List of Heritage Properties List of Preservation Districts (S-7 and S-20 Zones)

How to Rehab Right & Required Findings Before Demolition

Rehab Right: How to Rehabilitate Your Oakland House Without Sacrificing Your Architectural Assets Findings Required for the Demolition of Historic Properties - Category I Findings Required for the Demolition of Historic Properties - Category II ​Findings Required for the Demolition of Historic Properties - Category II​I