(A) The Commission may, after notice and public hearing, designate historic structures and historic sites, or rescind such designation or recommendation, after application of the criteria in § 152.15 above. At least ten days prior to such a hearing, the Commission shall notify the owners of record, as listed in the office of the Village Assessor, who are owners of property in whole or in part situated within 200 feet of the boundaries of the property affected.
(B) The Commission shall then conduct the public hearing and, in addition to the notified persons, may hear expert witnesses and shall have the power to subpoena witnesses and records as it deems necessary. The Commission may conduct an independent investigation into the proposed designation or rescission. Within ten days after the close of the public hearing, the Commission may designate the property as either a historic structure or historic site, or rescind the designation. After the designation or rescission has been made, notification shall be sent to the property owner or owners. Notification shall also be given to the Village Clerk-Treasurer, Building Inspection Division, Plan Commission, and the Village Assessor. The Commission shall cause the designation or rescission to be recorded, at village expense, in the County Register of Deeds office.
(Ord. 73, passed 12-5-96)