For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
“ALTERATION.” Any material or visual change, other than normal maintenance and repair to the exterior of any property designated as a Camden historic landmark, property or site.
“ARCHITECTURAL FEATURE.” The architectural treatment and general arrangement of such portions of the exterior of a property as is designed to be exposed to public view.
“BUILDING OFFICIAL.” The building official of the city, or such person authorized by the building official of the city to issue building permits or zoning permits.
“CAMDEN HISTORIC ARCHEOLOGICAL SITE.” Any property designated by City Council, upon the recommendation of the Commission, pursuant to § 158.061(A)(3) hereof. (Hereinafter referred to as “archeological site.”)
“CAMDEN HISTORIC DISTRICT PROPERTY.” Any building, group of buildings, area, or group of areas designated by City Council, upon the recommendation of the Commission, pursuant to § 158.061(A)(4) hereof. (Hereinafter referred to collectively as “district” or individually as “district property.”)
“CAMDEN HISTORIC LANDMARK.” Any property designated by City Council, upon recommendation of the Commission, pursuant to § 158.061(A)(1) hereof. (Hereinafter referred to as “landmark.”)
“CAMDEN HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION.” A group of City of Camden citizens, appointed by City Council, pursuant to this chapter. (Hereinafter referred to as “Commission.”)
“CAMDEN HISTORIC PROPERTIES.” Collective term applicable to properties designated as Camden historic archeological sites, Camden historic district properties, Camden historic sites and/or Camden historic landmarks, and any other properties under the jurisdiction of the Commission.(Hereinafter referred to as “historic properties.”)
“CAMDEN HISTORIC SITE.” Any property designated by City Council, upon the recommendation of the Commission, pursuant to § 158.061(A)(2) hereof. (Hereinafter referred to as “site.”)
“CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS.” A certificate issued by the Building Official or Commission to an applicant stating that the proposed construction, alteration or demolition of a structure, architectural feature or Camden historic property is appropriate under the terms of the chapter and of the guidelines and standards affecting.
“DEMOLITION.” The razing or removing all or a substantial portion of any exterior architectural feature or structure.
“GUIDELINES.” The document adopted by the city that sets forth the architectural characteristics of a listed property, site or district and provides design guidance for appropriate construction or alteration. The guidelines and provisions of this chapter are intended to be consistent with each other.
“LISTING AGENT.” A real estate licensee who represents an owner of real property in the sale, lease, or other transfer of the subject real property through the use of a written listing agreement as required by law.
“MINOR PROJECTS.” Projects involving repairs and ordinary maintenance, which involve a building permit but do not alter design, materials, color, or outer appearance of Camden historic properties.
“OWNER.” Each person having a recorded present or future interest in real estate who is identified in a real estate contract, but does not include the owner or holder of a mortgage, deed of trust, mechanic’s or materialman’s lien, or other lien or security interest in the real property.
“PURCHASER.” Each person or entity named as a purchaser, buyer, or tenant in a real estate contract.
“STABILIZATION.” The act or process of applying measure designed to reestablish a weather-resistant enclosure and structural stability to an unsafe or deteriorated building or structure while maintaining its existing essential form.
“VIEWED FROM ANY PUBLIC STREET.” For the purpose of this chapter, this shall refer to things that can be seen from adjacent streets, when viewed from six feet or less above the ground. Landscaping is not permanent and shall not be considered when determining visibility. Fences and free-standing walls are considered permanent, and objects hidden by fences and freestanding walls shall not be considered “VIEWED FROM A PUBLIC STREET.”
(Ord., passed 6-8-93; Am. Ord. 03-008, passed 4-8-03; Am. Ord. 14-016, passed 11-11-14)