Protecting Historic Homes Amendment Act of 2023

This bill updates two existing laws in Washington, D.C., to strengthen protections for historic homes and local wildlife. It adjusts the fines for violating historic preservation rules, setting a maximum of $10,000 for most infractions but raising the minimum and maximum to $10,000 and $25,000 respectively for serious cases involving demolition or major construction. Additionally, the bill requires that buildings constructed or significantly altered after January 1, 2025, use bird-friendly materials on their exterior walls to protect migratory birds. These changes directly affect property owners, developers, and the Historic Preservation Office by altering penalty structures and imposing new building standards.