Primary Function

One of the Commission’s principal functions is to assist in identifying historical objects and sites in Nevada County that are worthy of landmark designation and to process landmark registration applications by the owners of the property on which the object or site is located. The Commission then researches and verifies the historical accuracy of the application. Once the Commission concludes that a landmark designation is appropriate,  it forwards a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors, which has final approval authority for all County landmark designations. If the Board accepts the Commission’s recommendation, it enacts a resolution conferring the landmark designation.

Another of the Commission's principal functions is to promote the County's landmarks for the benefit of its citizens and visitors. This is done in a variety of ways, including a website called Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission and a Facebook page. The Commission also publishes a catalog of all the County's over 200 landmarks, in both paperback and electronic formats. Information about obtaining a copy can be found on the website.

Markers & Plaques

The Commission oversees erecting and maintaining appropriate markers and plaques, and generally promoting the County’s historical resources for the benefit of its citizens and visitors.