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List of Designated Landmarks

The Designated Landmarks shown below include many of the most prominent historic properties in the city. They may be designated for historical, cultural, educational, architectural, aesthetic, or environmental value. They are nominated by their owners, the City, or the public and are designated with owner concurrence after public hearings by the Landmarks Board, Planning Commission, and City Council. Since the program began in 1973 about 160 individual landmarks and preservation districts have been designated, out of nearly 100,000 buildings in Oakland. These buildings, sites, and features range from City Hall to the home of blues legend Brownie McGhee, from the Old Survivor Redwood Tree to the Grand Lake Theater and Roof Sign.

Historic Preservation

Oakland boasts a unique wealth of historic buildings and neighborhoods, reflecting a remarkable heritage dating back over 170 years. Below, please find more about Oakland’s policies and actions governing the preservation of this rich history, comprehensive lists of Designated Landmarks, Historic Properties, and Preservation Districts, along with information on our Landmarks Preservation Advisory Board.

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