"Town of North Hempstead Designated Landmark" is a designation given for buildings and other historic sites by (and within) the Town of North Hempstead, in Nassau County, New York, United States.
Listed sites are selected after meeting a combination of criteria, including historical, economic, architectural, artistic, cultural, and social values.
Once a site is designated as a landmark, it is subject to the Town of North Hempstead Landmarks Ordinance (Chapter 27 of the North Hempstead Town Code), which requires that any alterations beyond routine maintenance, up to and including demolition, must have their permit reviewed by the Town of North Hempstead Historic Landmarks Preservation Commission.
[1] Many Town of North Hempstead Designated Landmarks also are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, providing federal tax support for preservation.
[2] Download coordinates as: Below is a list of the 18 current landmarks & historic districts in the Town of North Hempstead.