CHAPTER 158: HISTORIC LANDMARKS
Section
General Provisions
   158.001   General Provisions
   158.002    Definitions
Historic Landmarks Commission
   158.010   Creation
   158.011   Appointment
   158.012   Terms of office
   158.013   Removal
   158.014   Appointment to fill a vacancy
   158.015   Officers
   158.016   Conflict of interest
   158.017   Liability of members
   158.018   Duties and powers
Meetings; Rules and Records
   158.030   Regular meetings
   158.031   Annual organizational meeting
   158.032   Special meetings
   158.033   Public hearings
   158.034   Public notice
   158.035   Rules and records
   158.036   Commission action
   158.037   Continuing education
Survey; Inventory
   158.050   Survey and inventory of historic properties
Jurisdiction of the Commission
   158.060   Jurisdiction
   158.061   Designation of historic properties
   158.062   Creation of historical overlay neighborhoods; action by Historic Commission, Planning and Zoning Commission, and City Council
   158.063   Identification on zoning map
Nominations of Historic Places
   158.075   Nominations to National Register of Historic Places
Permitted Uses; Maintenance
   158.085   Permitted uses
   158.086   Maintenance and repair
Certificate of Appropriateness
   158.095   Issuance
   158.096   Applications
   158.097   Notification of affected property owners
   158.098   Commission action on application
   158.099   Time limits
   158.100   Submission of new application
   158.101   Substantial hardship
   158.102    Intent
   158.103    Demolition
   158.104    New construction, alteration, repair and restoration
   158.105    Specific guidelines
Appeal Procedure
   158.120   Appeal procedure
Historic Designation Disclosure
   158.131    Disclosure of historic designation required
   158.132    Timing of disclosure
Cross reference:
   Special Property Tax Assessment Program for Rehabilitated Historic Properties, see Chapter 123
GENERAL PROVISIONS
§ 158.001 PURPOSE.
   (A)   The purpose of this chapter is to:
      (1)   Protect, preserve and enhance the distinctive architectural and cultural heritage of the City of Camden;
      (2)   Promote the educational, cultural, economic and general welfare of the people of the City of Camden;
      (3)   Foster civic pride;
      (4)   Encourage harmonious, orderly and efficient growth and development of the City of Camden;
      (5)   Strengthen the local economy; and
      (6)   Improve property values.
   (B)   It is the hope of the city that by encouraging a general harmony of style, form, proportion and material between buildings of historic design and those of contemporary design, the city’s historic buildings and historic districts will continue to be a distinctive aspect of the City of Camden and will serve as visible reminders of the significant historical and cultural heritage of the city and the state.
(Ord. 14-016, passed 11-11-14)
§ 158.002 DEFINITIONS.
   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)
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