Landmarks Commission

Established in 1975, the mission of the Landmarks Commission is “To protect improvements and areas which represent the City's cultural, social, economic, political and architectural history; safeguard the City's historic, aesthetic and cultural heritage; and promote the use of landmarks and historic districts for the education, pleasure and welfare of the people.” [SMMC Chapter 9.56]

• Designate landmarks, structures of merit, and advise on potential historic districts
• Conduct evaluations of applications for designation of historic resources
• Regulate and control the alteration of any landmark
• Maintain a current listing and description of designated historic resources
• Provide for a suitable, sign, plaque or other marker indicating the designation
• Participate in environmental review procedures