The Historic Preservation Commission is an advisory body to the Assembly with the purpose of overseeing and assessing impacts to historic resources within the City and Borough of Sitka. The commission is charged with the following powers and duties:
1. Preparing and maintaining and inventory of buildings and sites of cultural, architectural, geographical, and archeological significance;
2. Developing a local historic preservation plan;
3. Reviewing and developing nominations to the National Register of Historic Places;
4. Reviewing and making recommendations regarding local projects affecting properties identified in the local historic preservation plan;
5. Working toward the continuing education of citizens regarding historic preservation of the community's history;
6. Supporting the enforcement of the Alaska Historic Preservation Act (AS 41.35);
7. Acting in an advisory role to the Sitka Historical Society, the Planning Commission, and the Alaska Historic Sites Advisory Committee on all matters related to historic preservation;
8. Performing other activities to carry out the above duties and any other actions as determined by the Assembly;
9. Coordinating with and defer to Sitka Tribe of Alaska when applicable.
SGC 2.50.040