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I recently moved to Burlington NJ 08016... I want to know if there is any history in the land or the house? Did anything interesting happen there in the past? Did anyone of note live there years ago?
There is a great deal of history in the City of Burlington, dating back to the first recorded European settlement in New Jersey in 1624, and further still to Swedish and Finnish trappers, and most profoundly deep in time to the Lenape aboriginal peoples. To get an idea of the stories of other properties in the City, try http://www.TourBurlington.org/ with info on over 45 genuine historic sites.
Most people start by researching the house and property deeds, going back as far as when the house was first constructed or sold. The County Clerk's Office are the recorders and keepers of land transaction documents, such as deeds, mortgages and liens with records dated from the mid-1700's. They also maintain a computerized index of land records, searchable by name, dating from 1965, at:
http://www.co.burlington.nj.us/departments/countyclerk/records/index.htm
Burlington County Clerk's Office
Courts Facility
1st Floor
49 Rancocas Road
Mount Holly, NJ 08060
Telephone
(609) 265-5122
Clerk
Philip E. Haines
Names resulting from the deeds can help one search for news articles, death notices, and other public records. For assistance in this, historic societies can usually offer some guidance, and some have libraries of information.
Locally, I suggest you start your research with:
Burlington County Historical Society
Librarian: Margaret Frame bcshnjed@earthlink.com
Historical Society Complex Open Tue. – Sat. 1pm – 5pm;
Museum & Library Open First Friday of Month 6pm – 9pm.
Museum: Admission charged
Library: by appointment
451 High St.
Burlington, NJ 08016
(609) 386-4773
Fax: (609) 386-4828
City of Burlington Historical Society
President: Jan Reed leejreed@comcast.net
Carriage House
12 Smith's Alley
Burlington NJ 08016
(609) 386-3993
Tourism & Information Office Open:
Fri, Sat & Sun. 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Do I need to get Historic Preservation Commission approval in order to get a Building Permit?
Yes, if two conditions exist:
1) the property is located within the City Historic District (See Map Historic District). Residences and businesses situated in the Historic District must apply for Historic Preservation Commission "Certificate of Appropriateness". This pre-approval precedes application for Building Permit. The Certificate and review is free of charge.
2) Work will take place on visible exteriors– this includes painting and all changes to outward physical appearance.
For more information call the Historic Preservation Commission Secretary
M-F 9am-5pm
TEL: 609-386-0200 ext. 112
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How do I know if I need, or who is required to get a Historic Preservation Commission Certificate of Appropriateness?
Historic sites and structures of the City which fall within specially-designated individual sites, areas and the Historic District. See Map Historic District. Before commencing work, seek advice from the City of Burlington Construction Official or the Historic Preservation Commission Secretary. If necessary, residents or property owners will be directed to seek Commission approval in the form of a review of proposed exterior work, and issuance of a "Certificate of Appropriateness". Certificate and review is free of charge.
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What kind of work requires that I seek a Historic Preservation Commission Certificate of Appropriateness?
Work on VISIBLE EXTERIORS which changes the outward physical appearance of historic sites, structures and objects which fall within specially-designated individual sites, areas and the Historic District are protected. Demolition, permanent damage and ill-advised alterations, additions or replacements must come under review. Changes in materials, colors and construction technique are also candidates. Before commencing ANY work, seek advice from the City of Burlington Construction Official or the Historic Preservation Commission Secretary. If necessary, residents or property owners will be directed to seek Commission approval in the form of a review of proposed exterior work, and issuance of a "Certificate of Appropriateness".
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I'm new to all this historic property stuff... is there someplace I can get help with color choices, authentic materials, or designs?
Technical information publications from the Office of Cultural Resources, National Park Service, U.S. Dept. of the Interior are free. See links from the Historic Preservation Commission webpage.
The Historic Preservation Commission has established a shelf of Reference literature and materials, to aid citizens interested in historic architecture, period designs, colors and schemes, preservation and techniques. These sources are available at:
Library Company of Burlington
23 West Union Street
Burlington NJ 08016
TEL: 609-386-1273
The City of Burlington Historic Preservation Commission has established Technical Assistance for the purpose of assisting property owners in our Historic Districts regarding the exterior rehabilitation or restoration of their properties. Access to Technical Assistance is offered through appointment, only. Please call
609-386-0200 ext 112
and ask Commission Secretary Diane Burns to make an appointment.
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Where and when is the place and time of the Historic Preservation Commission meeting?
First Wed. of every month
City Hall Council Meeting Chamber
525 High Street
Burlington NJ 08016
See Map, City Hall
For questions, forms or appointments, call
Commission Secretary Diane Burns
M-F 8:30am-4:30pm
at 609-386-0200 ext. 112.
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