(A) A certificate of appropriateness (COA) issued by the Committee shall be required before a building permit, moving permit, or demolition permit is issued for any designated historic landmark or any building, structure, or site or part thereof in the historic district. A COA is required if the building, structure, or site will be altered, extended, or repaired in such a manner as to produce a major change in the exterior appearance of such building or structure. Such major changes include, but are not limited to:
(1) Major changes by addition, alteration, maintenance, reconstruction, rehabilitation, renovation, or repair;
(2) Any new construction and demolition in whole or in part requiring a permit from the city;
(3) Alteration, removal, or addition of signage;
(4) Moving a building;
(5) Any construction, alteration, demolition, or removal affecting a significant exterior architectural feature as specified in the ordinance designating the landmark or historic district.
(B) An exception to the COA shall be made if the applicant shows to the Committee that a failure to grant the permit will cause an imminent threat to life, health, or property.
(C) No COA shall be required for the following activities:
(1) Installation of, or change in, storm doors, storm windows, screens, window air conditioners, or television antennas;
(2) Ordinary repair and maintenance of existing exterior architectural features which does not change the basic structural appearance of same;
(3) Installation and repair to walks, patios, or driveways;
(4) Installation of outside storage and mechanical equipment that cannot be seen from the street;
(5) Installation, removal, or change in landscaping.
(Am. Ord. 1532, passed 2-3-15)