Rediscovering the Charm of Existing Commercial Buildings

Jan 10, 2026

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This guide, developed by the N.C. Department of Commerce's Division of Community Assistance with support from the Appalachian Regional Commission, focuses on revitalizing existing commercial buildings. It emphasizes the removal of false facades and aluminum awnings, the use of historically appropriate paint schemes, reopening bricked-up windows and doors, and optimal parking placement. The initiative promotes outdoor pedestrian seating and landscaping, while adhering to the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation to ensure authenticity and aesthetic integrity.

1 commercial building restoration 2 historical preservation 3 architectural revitalization 4 community assistance 5 rehabilitation standards 6 urban landscaping 7 pedestrianfriendly design 8 false facade removal text

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Rediscovering the Charm of Existing Commercial Buildings

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Making Buildings Fit N.C. Department of Commerce Division of Community Assistance With funding provided by the Appalachian Regional Commission Virginia Faust, AICP
Rediscover Existing Commercial Buildings

Summary, Rediscover Existing Buildings • Remove false facades and aluminum awnings. • Use historically appropriate paint schemes; don’t paint unpainted brick. • Reopen bricked-up windows and doors. • Wherever possible, place parking at the side or rear of the building, and have pedestrian seating outdoors or open areas with landscaping. • Follow the Secretary of the Interior “Standards for Rehabilitation.”