If an application is received by the Building Official for demolition or removal of any designated historic landmark or designated building within a historic district as provided for in this subchapter, the Commission shall hold a hearing within 30 days after the application is initially filed and forwarded to the Commission. The Commission shall hear all other interested parties. The Commission shall consider the state of repair of the building, the reasonableness of the cost of restoration or repairs, taking into account the purpose of preserving the designated historic landmark, the character of the neighborhood, and all other factors which it finds appropriate. If the Commission approves, the application to demolish shall be granted. If the Commission recommends the disapproval of the application, the structure shall not be demolished, and the application shall be suspended for a period not exceeding 90 days from the date of application filed with the Building Official. Within the suspension period, the Commission shall refer their decision to the City Council, and may request an extension of the suspension period by the City Council. If the City Council, after notice to the applicant and public hearing, determines that there is reasonable ground for preservation, the application may be denied. The City Council may extend the suspension period for an additional period not exceeding 120 days, to a total of not more than 240 days from the date of application for demolition. During the period of suspension of the application, no permit shall be issued for such demolition or removal nor shall any person demolish or remove the building or structure. If no action is taken by the City Council within 240 days from the date of application, the demolition permit shall be issued and the Building Official shall so advise the applicant.
(Ord. 2013-14, passed 11-5-13)