The Historical Landmark Commission shall use as the basis for its decisions and considerations, "The Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Historic Preservation Projects" as issued by the U.S. Department of the Interior as shown in Section 1800.07.
Maintenance of the character of the Historic District is to be given the utmost consideration as the Commission reviews applications and plans and issues decisions related thereto.
When new construction or erection or relocation of a structure or an addition to an existing structure is proposed within the Historic District, the Commission shall evaluate the proposal,
application and plans based upon the "appropriateness" of the architectural style design, or method of construction, or location as it relates to existing nearby structures, sites or features, in order to ensure harmony and compatibility will exist within the area and its environment or reasonable substitution. Such provision shall not preclude erection of a structure of contemporary design, but shall ensure that the size, location and design would be complementary to the surrounding buildings, area, and sites.
The burden of proof that the proposed project and its plans fall within the guidelines aforementioned shall rest with the applicant.
(A.O.; Ord. 2016-13. Passed 11-3-16; Passed 6-16-22.)
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