--- title: Demolition Guidelines --- [![Herron-Morton Place Indianapolis](https://herron-morton.com/hubfs/HerronMorton-Logo-Main-Horizontal-Color-2018.png) ![Herron-Morton Place Indianapolis](https://herron-morton.com/hubfs/Logo-Black.png)](https://herron-morton.com) [JOIN OUR NEIGHBORHOOD](https://herron-morton.com/membership) Toggle navigation Toggle navigation - - - [About the HMP Neighborhood](https://herron-morton.com/neighborhood) - [Reserve the Park](https://calendly.com/herronmortonplacefoundation/reservaation?month=2026-07) - [Engage With Your Neighbors - Events](https://herron-morton.com/engage) - [HMP Calendar](https://herron-morton.com/neighborhood-0-0) - [Discover the History of HMP](https://herron-morton.com/history-of-herron-morton-place) - [Join the HMP Association and Volunteer](https://herron-morton.com/membership) - [Pay Your HMP Association Dues](https://herron-morton.com/sign-guidelines-0) - [About the HMP Association](https://herron-morton.com/association) - [About the HMP Foundation](https://herron-morton.com/foundation) - [Gallery - Life in Herron-Morton Place](https://herron-morton.com/neighborhood-0) - [Land Use Information and Guidelines](https://herron-morton.com/land-use-committee-0) - [City of Indianapolis Services](https://herron-morton.com/city-of-indianapolis-services) - Important Links and Resources - [By Laws](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XBDF2vmHk0v-kugQPbN81XnXSFKq9O8s/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=101618998686303557096&rtpof=true&sd=true) - [Association Meeting Minutes](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1X2I-fZrD0Up5wvPXeYi21tC4aWxKbKjY?usp=sharing) - [Mayor's Office Information](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1TLE4kXGtlTrO278fsyAwlQUB9vMnEazf) - [Crime and Safety Information](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1cpQwlRfXe8dDY2nVUiCaW8PsDrmi6nDQ) - [Indianapolis Historic Preservation Committee (indy.gov site)](https://www.indy.gov/agency/indianapolis-historic-preservation-commission) - [Indianapolis Public Library Digital Archive](https://www.digitalindy.org/digital/collection/hmna/search/order/relevance/ad/asc/cosuppress/0) - [Encyclopedia of Indiana - HMP](https://indyencyclopedia.org/herron-morton-place/) Search Box # Demolition Guidelines *This material is presented for informational purposes only. Herron-Morton Place holds no liability for inaccuracies that may be contained herein. Individuals are urged to contact the Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission for complete guidelines as may apply to your project.* Only in extreme cases can demolition of any historically and/or architecturally important building in Herron-Morton Place be justified. The fact that so many historic buildings have already been demolished makes the remaining buildings all the more valuable. Just as important as the finest and most impressive buildings are the typical and background buildings who demolition would create damaging gaps in the neighborhood fabric. On a different scale is the demolition of portions of buildings. If done without forethought, such action could have disastrous effects on the architectural integrity of the building and destroy continuity along the streets. There may be instances when demolition might be considered. The following guidelines are intended to assist in determining whether or not demolition is justified. **Significance** Demolition is not permitted if the building is of historic or architectural significance or displays a quality of material and craftsmanship that does not exist in other structures in the area. **Location** Demolition is not permitted if the building contributes to the neighborhood and the general street's appearance and has an effect on other buildings in the area, unless one of the following criteria is met. **Potential for Restoration** Demolition may be considered if the building is beyond all feasible economic repair as determined by the Commission and/or consultants it wishes to employ. **Condition** Demolition may be considered if the condition of the building or portion thereof is such that an immediate threat to health and safety exists. - HERRON-MORTON PLACE ASSOCIATION P.O. Box 44166 Indianapolis, IN 46244 © 2026 [Herron-Morton Place Association](https://herron-morton.com) l All Rights Reserved