(A) It shall be the duty of the Historic Preservation Commission to assist the Town Council in establishing a town-wide policy for preservation and restoration of historical sites and properties located in the town and for the purpose of preserving the heritage of the town. The Commission shall decide whether a permit should be issued for any demolition or removal of a historic site or for the renovation to the exterior of a historic site or any construction, demolition or removal of any structure within a historic district or for any renovation or other change of the exterior of any structure within a historic district; except that, Commission review of applications for permits for new construction of a structure or addition to an existing structure shall be limited to building size, scale, exterior elevation, design, color and appearance, to assure compatibility with the historic character of the property, neighborhood and environment. The Commission shall advise the Mayor and Council in all matters concerning historic sites and districts.
(B) In this regard, it:
(1) May recommend to the Mayor and Council changes in the zoning Ordinance, Building Code or other local laws as may enhance the purposes of this subchapter;
(2) May recommend to the Mayor and Council acquisition by the town of structures or easements for maintenance or repair of structures for their preservation where private preservation is not feasible; and
(3) Shall initiate and conduct detailed studies and surveys of buildings, structures and areas within the town, with the intention of assessing potential of the buildings, structures or areas for designation as historic sites or districts.
(1996 Code, § 2.40.020) (Ord. 87-05-004, passed - -)