Arizona is widely considered rather amateurish when it comes to historic preservation.

As a comparatively young state, Arizona's collection of historically significant buildings is modest, which is why demolition of several notable buildings during the past decade has ignited controversies and subsequently raised awareness of historic preservation.

Experts say the cultural identity and future viability of a community starts with preserving and honoring its past. That’s largely why community leaders have been in self-reflection mode, weighing how to preserve the past better while still adhering to private property rights under state law.

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