A. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prevent the ordinary maintenance and repair of any exterior architectural feature of a landmark or property within a historic district, which does not involve a change in design, material, color or outward appearance.
B. No owner or person with an interest in real property designated as a landmark or included within a historic district shall permit the property to fall into a serious state of disrepair so as to result in the deterioration of any exterior architectural feature that would, in the judgment of the director, produce a detrimental effect upon the character of the historic district as a whole, or the life and character of the property itself. Examples of such deterioration include:
1. Deterioration of exterior walls or other vertical supports;
2. Deterioration of roofs or other horizontal members;
3. Deterioration of exterior chimneys;
4. Deterioration or crumbling of exterior stucco or mortar;
5. Ineffective waterproofing of exterior walls, roofs or foundations, including broken windows or doors;
6. Deterioration of any feature so as to create a hazardous condition that could lead to the claim that demolition is necessary for the public safety.
C. Upon making a determination that a person has violated subsection B of this section, the director shall order, in writing, the correction of any violation. Such order shall state the nature of the violation, the provision violated, and the time by which the violation must be corrected. A decision of the director may be appealed to the board of adjustment in accordance with Article VI of Chapter 17.68 of this title.
(Ord. 1397.17.47 § 3 (part), 2017; Ord. 1397.17.32 2 (part), 2004)