(a) Within the boundaries of the Historic Preservation Overlay District, new structures or major additions or alterations to existing structures shall not be constructed, nor shall existing structures or portions thereof be demolished, until a certificate of appropriateness has been issued. For purposes of this chapter, major additions or alterations shall be defined as any construction that increases or decreases the square footage of the principal structure by at least 400 sq. ft. or 25% or more of the structure, whichever is less.
(b) However, a certificate of appropriateness shall not be required for:
(1) Accessory structures such as garages, sheds, fences, or signs.
(2) Ordinary maintenance and repair where the purpose of the work is to correct deterioration to the structure or where no change is made to the appearance of a building or grounds. Ordinary maintenance and repair include, but is not limited to:
A. Repainting a building in the existing color palette;
B. Replacement of windows and/or glass but not the style the of windows;
C. Caulking and weather-stripping;
D. Landscaping;
E. Repairs to walks, patios, fences, and driveways;
F. Replacement of small amounts of missing or deteriorated original or existing trim, roof coverings, porch flooring, steps, etc.;
G. Replacement of gutters and downspouts, roof ventilators on rear slopes, and chimney caps;
H. Installation of house numbers and mailboxes;
I. Repair of existing street or yard lighting; and
J. Similar maintenance items.
(3) Any construction, alteration, or demolition duly approved prior to the effective date of this chapter.
(4) Any construction, alteration, or demolition which only affects the interior of the structure.
(5) Any alteration or demolition that is necessary to correct or abate a condition which has been declared unsafe by the Building Official or the Fire Chief after notification to the Historic Preservation Overlay Review Board and Zoning Officer and consultation with the Village staff and where emergency measures have been declared necessary by such departments.
(Ord. 21-2020. Passed 12-14-20.)