About this property
The North Hills Historic District is a residential subdivision in north Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, that was added to the National Register of Historic Places in September 2008 as a historic district. The subdivision was established in 1927 by the North Hills Corporation as a neighborhood of custom-built homes, catering to middle-class families. The historic district includes 130 houses on about 50 acres (20 ha). At the time of its listing on the National Register, it was described by the Tennessee Historical Commission as a good example of mid-20th century residential architecture.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 08000677. It was listed on July 24, 2008.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was North Hills Historic District listed on the National Register?
North Hills Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 24, 2008.
What type of historic resource is North Hills Historic District?
North Hills Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for North Hills Historic District?
The period of significance for North Hills Historic District is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1927.
Can I research the history near North Hills Historic District?
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