Shaw SWG TGS Directory 2026-27

42 SHAW, SOUTHWEST GARDEN, & TOWER GROVE SOUTH on the National Register. In local districts, all changes to the exterior of a building must be reviewed by the staff of the city of St. Louis Preservation Board for compliance with the district’s design standards. Must I Make a Separate Application if I Live in a Historic District? No, if the applicant lives in a historic district and applies for exterior work, the project will automatically be referred to the Cultural Resources Office by the Building Division when the application is submitted. Property located outside historic districts is not reviewed by the staff. Other departments, however, such as the Building Division or Zoning, may require a permit. When do I need a permit? If the property is located in a city historic district, the owner needs a permit for any exterior work, except painting of wood trim, even if the work would ordinarily not require a permit from the Building Division. Tuckpointing, replacement of roof shingles, newwindows or doors, and painting or cleaning of stone or brick all require a “CRO” permit. What is a “CRO” Permit? If the property is located within one of the city’s 14 historic districts, a permit from the Cultural Resources Office (CRO) for exterior work may be required where a permit from the Building Division might otherwise not be required. These permits are called “CRO-only” permits and cover: • Exterior painting (masonry only) • Lighting • Gutters and downspouts continued on page 44