Heritage Homes: Designations and Features

Browse through real estate listings and you’ll see many homes described as “heritage”, typically built in the 1930s or earlier. But according to REALTORS® who specialize in older homes, the term “heritage” is often misunderstood. 

 

If a home is more than 60 years old, homeowners may refer to it as having character merit or as a “Heritage home”, regardless of how well it has been preserved or how much it has been altered over the years. 

 

This half-day course will provide you with a basic understanding of the differences between a character or heritage home, as well as the difference between a heritage “designation” and the heritage register. It will also help you to identify the distinctive features and styles of heritage homes found across the lower mainland. 

 

Learning objectives:

• Explain the key differences between character homes, designated/protected heritage homes and homes on a registry. 
• Successfully define the factors which may lead to designation as a Heritage home. 
• Identify the 3 levels of Heritage designation. 
• Be able to identify the features and different styles of Heritage Homes. 
• Describe the significance of the Heritage Plaque Program and how it protects and raises awareness of heritage buildings.  

 

Who should take this course: Members working in the Lower Mainland will find this course most relevant, as the heritage home features and styles discussed are specific to this region.

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