The Portsmouth Design Review board, hereinafter referred to as the "Board", shall consist of five members. The five members shall be appointed by the President of Council with the approval of Council. All members should have to the highest extent possible a recognized knowledge of and a known interest in architectural preservation and design together with a determination to work for the overall improvement of the quality of the City's physical environment. Of the membership, an effort should be made to nominate and appoint persons having such knowledge and interest and, in addition, some special expertise that may be of assistance in the efficient operation of the Board. Consideration should be given to the appointment of an architect and/or other design professionals, an attorney, a licensed real estate broker, an architectural historian or any other person having special knowledge or relevance to the Board's purposes and duties. Each appointed member shall serve a term of two years and may be reappointed for a second term, except that of the initial appointments, three members shall be appointed for a one-year term and may be reappointed for a second term of two years. The members shall serve without compensation from the City.
(Ord. 1976-134. Passed 10-26-76.)