In considering the designation of any area, place, building, structure, work of art or similar object in the City as a preservation district or listed property, the Review Commission, Planning Commission and Council shall apply, in addition to any other available information, the following criteria:
(a) The character, interest or value of the area or property as part of the development, heritage or cultural characteristics of the City, State or the United States.
(b) The location as a site of a significant historic event.
(c) The identification with a person or persons who significantly contributed to the culture and development of the City.
(d) The exemplification by the area or property of the cultural, economic, social or historic heritage of the City.
(e) The embodiment of distinguishing characteristics of an architectural type or specimen.
(f) Identification as the work of an architect or notable builder whose individual work has influenced the development of the City.
(g) The embodiment of elements of architectural design, detail, materials or craftsmanship which represent architecture of significant character, charm or grandeur.
(h) A unique location or physical characteristic representing an established and familiar visual feature of a neighborhood or of the City.
(Ord. 2012-4. Passed 1-26-12.)