Land Use & Zoning

In South Dakota, 'historic preservation' designations on a property may restrict the owner's ability to:

ASell the property to out-of-state buyers
BAlter, demolish, or modify the exterior of a historic structure without government approval✓ Correct
CRent the property for commercial purposes
DObtain a conventional mortgage on the property

Explanation

Historic preservation designations (local landmark, state or national register) can restrict an owner's ability to alter, renovate, or demolish the structure. Changes must often be reviewed and approved by a historic preservation commission to ensure they are appropriate and do not diminish the property's historic character.

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