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Historic preservation staff explain design‑review process and certificates of appropriateness

San Antonio Building Standards Board · October 16, 2025
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Edward Holland of the Office of Historic Preservation outlined the design‑review process, noting the office reviews roughly 2,200 administrative cases yearly, oversees 34 historic districts, and aims to streamline approvals while protecting historic resources under the UDC and COA processes.

Edward Holland, manager of San Antonio’s Office of Historic Preservation, briefed the board on design‑review responsibilities and how staff handle certificates of appropriateness (COA) and administrative approvals.

Holland said the office covers 34 historic districts and processes approximately 2,200 administrative reviews annually, most…

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