Is the Landmark Commission the same as the Galveston Historical Foundation?
No. The Landmark Commission is a public body appointed by the City Council with specific duties to perform for the public in locally designated historic districts. In contrast, the Galveston Historical Foundation is a private, nonprofit organization with dues-paying members dedicated to historic preservation and building rehabilitation throughout the city.

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1. What are the advantages to owning property in a local historic district?
2. What type of work requires review by the Landmark Commission?
3. Upon what does the Landmark Commission base its decisions?
4. Under what authority does the Landmark Commission operate and for what purpose?
5. Is interior work reviewed?
6. Are there specific colors that I must paint my property if it’s located within a historic district?
7. What is the time period for Landmark Commission review?
8. What are the qualifications required to serve on the Landmark Commission?
9. Is the Landmark Commission the same as the Galveston Historical Foundation?