Historic Preservation and Restoration

The S.F. Planning Department’s own San Francisco Preservation Bulletins are also available online. You’ll find details on “The State Historical Building Code” and “Architectural Periods and Styles in San Francisco.”
Read and review TPS’s Good Guides, which cover a range of topics from “Electronic REHAB” to “A Checklist for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings.”
Old House Journal Online also has an especially useful “Restoration Directory.” Plus, you’ll have fun exploring the “Swaps & Sales” section and the Traditional Products compendium.
For information on materials and services, go to The Old House Web, “a community for (and of) old-house enthusiasts offering how-to home remodeling and restoration tips; building products stories; and a detailed guide to suppliers and manufacturers.” The site also offers a searchable database and bulletin boards for posting questions and advice.
PreservationWeb.com provides links to a full array of historic preservation products and services. In the “Portfolio” section, you can view the actual work of “historic preservation architects, contractors, artisans, and other professionals.” Likewise, you’ll find “Project Profiles,” which “feature photos and highlights” and are searchable by “state, company name, business category, or project type.”

Following are some further resources for obtaining special heritage status for your home:

Your first stop should be the National Register of Historic Places. Here you can obtain the complete criteria for National Register listings, as well as information about how to nominate your property.
In order to get your property on the National Register, the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) must submit the nomination. For more details on California’s SHPO, visit the California Office of Historic Preservation or call (916) 653-6624.