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Historic Properties in Artesia

In late 2008, a residential area south of Main Street in Artesia was nominated to the State Register of Cultural Properties and to the National Register of Historic Places. The historic district is roughly bound by West Main Street on the north, West Missouri Avenue on the south, South Second Street on the east, and South Tenth Street on the west. It is comprised of 300 resources, of which 206 are considered contributing to the historic significance of the district. This nomination is currently awaiting national approval.

The Artesia Residential Historic District nomination was a result of recommendations from a comprehensive architectural survey, conducted by Heather Barrett and Elmo Baca between 2005 and 2007. The survey included both commercial and residential resources, and was funded by the Greater Artesia Economic Development Commission—a rare investment for a community.

Property owners included in the district received a letter from the Historic Preservation Division. There are no restrictions placed on property owners as a result of this designation. State tax credits are available to interested owners of contributing resources for rehabilitation work, such as exterior painting, a new roof, and upgrades to electrical systems. If you are interested in finding out if your property is eligible for state tax credits, please contact the Artesia MainStreet office.

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