Why Preserve Historic Buildings? The natural, cultural and historic resources of Routt county have provided the framework and community character for a way of life that everyone loves. Preserving these historic resources retains elements of the real Routt county and the western heritage that residents treasure.Historic Preservation provides the identification and protection of sites, structures, objects, and areas that are important to Routt county's history and unique character.

Colorado and the City of Steamboat Springs offer incentives for the preservation and rehabilitation of a qualified historic property.