For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ALTERATION. Any construction, addition, modification, moving, or destruction which would affect the exterior appearance of a structure which is located in a historic district.
APPLICANT. The recorded owner of the site and/or buildings located thereon, the lessee thereof, or a person holding a bona fide contract to purchase or lease the same.
BOARD. The Board of Architectural Review established in this chapter.
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS. A document evidencing approval of the Board of Architectural Review or by the Planning Commission in situations established in this chapter for work proposed by an applicant.
COMMISSION. The Richmond Planning & Zoning Commission.
CONSTRUCTION. The erection of any on-site improvements on any parcel of ground located within a historic district, whether the site is presently improved, unimproved, or hereafter becomes unimproved by demolition, demolition by neglect, destruction of the improvements located thereon by fire, windstorm, or other casualty, or otherwise.
CONTRIBUTING STRUCTURE. A contributing structure is one that has a special, unique or distinctive character or a special historic, aesthetic, architectural or cultural significance or value that serves as a visible reminder of the history and heritage of the city, county, state or nation. This is to be applied to districts, landmarks, sites, neighborhoods, places, areas, improvements, archeological and geological features and sites.
DEMOLITION. The complete or partial removal of a structure located within a historic district, except partial destruction, which does not affect exterior appearance.
DEMOLITION BY NEGLECT. Neglect in the maintenance of any building resulting in deterioration to the extent that the building is structurally or visually damaged or threatened with damage, or that creates or permits a hazardous or unsafe condition as determined by the city Building Inspector.
EXTERIOR. All outside surfaces of any building, including the kind and texture of the building material, the type and style of all roofs, windows, doors, signs, light fixtures, steps, or appurtenant elements.
HISTORIC DISTRICT. Any area designated according to the procedures established in this chapter, including both single and multiple-property areas.
STRUCTURE. Anything constructed or erected above ground level which requires location on the ground or attached to something having a location on the ground but not including a tent, vehicle, vegetation, or public utility pole or line.
(Ord. 04-02, passed 2-3-04)