As used in this chapter, the following words shall be defined as follows:
(a) "Alteration" means any action to change, modify, reconstruct, remove or demolish any exterior features of an existing structure or site within the Design Review District. For the purpose of this item, ordinary maintenance to correct any deterioration, decay or damage to a structure or premises and to restore the structure as nearly as practicable, is excluded from the definition of "alteration", provided such work does not involve a change in type of building materials.
(b) “Architectural Character” means the architectural style, general design, and general arrangement of the exterior of a building or other structure including the type and texture of the light fixtures, signs and other appurtenant fixtures. In the case of an outdoor advertising sign, "exterior features" means the style, material, size and location of the sign.
(c) "Applicant" means any person, persons, association, organization, partnership, unit of government, public body or corporation who applies for a Certificate of Appropriateness in order to undertake an environmental change within the District.
(d) "Board" means the Design Review Board of the Village of Ashville.
(e) "Certificate of Appropriateness" means a certificate authorizing any environmental change within the Design Review District.
(f) "District" means the Design Review District.
(g) "Environmental Change" means the construction, alteration, demolition or removal of any property subject to the provisions of this chapter.
(h) "Preserve" or "preservation" means the process, including maintenance, of treating an existing building to arrest or slow future deterioration, stabilize the structure and provide structural safety without changing or adversely affecting the character or appearance of the structure.
(i) "Owner" shall mean the owner of record, and the term shall include the plural as well as the singular. (Ord. 2000-14. Passed 7-24-00.)