 istoric Charleston Foundation accepts exterior façade, interior and open space easements on Charleston properties,
as well as on houses, plantations and sites of historic or archaeological importance in areas beyond the city.
The easement deed is a perpetual, private preservation agreement. While easements are tailored to the site they
are to protect, they normally consist of provisions guaranteeing that the property owner will not
- alter the architectural character of the structures on the site,
- will not change the use or density of the property,
- will not construct new buildings or disturb archaeological features,
- will not subdivide the property without the approval of Historic Charleston Foundation.
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The exuberant stairway of the Adam-style house known as Presqu'ile at 2 Amherst Street, one of HCF's easement properties. |
Planned architectural improvements can be submitted for consideration before the donation
is completed. Individual donors may wish to add special easement provisions to protect
specific interior or landscape features.
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