As used in this Chapter, unless the context clearly requires otherwise:
(a) "Alteration" means change to the external architectural features of any structure or building, visible from a public way or from adjoining property.
(b) "Applicant" means any person, association, partnership or corporation or other similar entity who intends to undertake any external construction, painting, erection, alteration or removal, moving or demolition of real estate within "Downtown Bellevue."
(c) "Board" means the City of Bellevue Downtown Architectural Review Board established under the provisions of this Chapter.
(d) "Certificate of Appropriateness" means the official document issued by the Downtown Bellevue Architectural Review Board regarding proposed construction and exterior alteration, exterior painting and the removal, relocation or demolition of any structure or building in "Downtown Bellevue".
(e) "Council" means the Council of the City of Bellevue.
(f) "Downtown Bellevue" means all areas zoned B-1 as defined by the Bellevue Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 1205).
(g) "Exterior architectural feature" means the architectural style and general arrangement of the exterior of a structure, including the type and texture of building materials, the color scheme, all windows, doors, lights and signs and other fixtures appurtenant thereto whether or not physically attached to or touching the structure.
(h) "Historic and/or architectural significance" means that which has a special historic or aesthetic interest or value as part of the development, heritage or cultural character of the Municipality, region, State or nation.
(i) "Municipality" means the City of Bellevue as now or hereafter constituted.
(j) "Owner" means the owner of record, and the term includes the plural as well as the singular.
(Ord. 2-15. Passed 2-23-15.)