A Community Heritage Register does not "designate" or protect properties, buildings or sites. A property, building or site that is on the Heritage Register can only be protected by some other means, such as a designation by-law, heritage revitalization agreement or heritage covenant. If a property, building or site is on the Community Heritage Register, the owner may re-develop the site or make alterations to it, provided the changes are within the limitations of other by-laws and regulation.