Preservationists Lose To Churches

The California Supreme Court decided that religious groups are not bound by local historic preservation laws.

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December 22, 2000, 10:30 AM PST

In 1994 the California legislature passed a religious exemption law. That law has been challenged in the courts and now the CA Supreme Court has upheld the law. Some preservationists see this as a violation of the US Constitution which requires neutrality toward religion. These groups are considering appealing to the US Supreme Court to review the decision. They fear the loss of many historical buildings in California.

Thanks to Gwenn Hilburn

FULL STORY: Churches Given Preservation Law Exemption

Friday, December 22, 2000 in The Los Angeles Times

History / Preservation California

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