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I live on private property (an HOA) that has plantation ruins - walls and a sugar mill. My understanding was that there were, unfortunately, no rules regarding preservation for ruins on properties purchased as far back as ours was. We have spent several thousand $$ to keep the high walls from collapsing, so we are being very diligent in keeping what's left. The low walls are incredibly sturdy and aren't going anywhere in the next century or so. But I was recently told it was illegal to even walk on the ruins' walls. Is this true?
I have searched online, including LexisNexis, and can't find laws addressing the ruins. I'm probably looking in the wrong place? Can anyone steer me in the right direction as to laws regarding these ruins? We want to do the right thing, while still enjoying these beautiful structures. Just not sure how far we need to go. (And, to avoid any "just stay the he!! off of them" comments, I'm simply referencing landscapers, the occasional visitors who want a pic, and an adventurous child or two. Not steady traffic, by any means).
Posted : February 12, 2016 7:20 pm
Have you contacted the Historic Preservation Office of the VI Government? They are the experts in that area. I can ask if you want me to, but I'm here on STT.
Posted : February 12, 2016 7:25 pm
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Have you contacted the Historic Preservation Office of the VI Government? They are the experts in that area. I can ask if you want me to, but I'm here on STT.
This just came up this afternoon, and, silly me, thought I could find out online. You'd think I'd have learned by now. Heck, I didn't even now where to start within the VI government. (the office is under DPNR, duh). I will call them. Thanks.
Posted : February 12, 2016 8:02 pm
Let us know what you learn!
Posted : February 12, 2016 8:10 pm
I see them all the time, so if you can't get an answer post again.
Posted : February 12, 2016 8:27 pm
Have you contacted the Historic Preservation Office of the VI Government? They are the experts in that area. I can ask if you want me to, but I'm here on STT.
Probably your best bet prior to going the dpnr route.
Posted : February 12, 2016 9:59 pm
Historic Preservation is under DPNR so that's how you find them in the PHONE BOOK. 🙂
Posted : February 12, 2016 10:11 pm
Contact David Hayes. He might have insight.
Here is the website.
http://stcroixarchaeology.org/
Posted : February 13, 2016 2:52 pm
