Section
General Provisions
151.001 Purpose
151.002 Conflict with other laws
Historic Preservation Commission
151.015 Creation and appointment
151.016 Qualification of members
151.017 Terms
151.018 Rules of procedures
151.019 Powers and duties
Historic Landmarks
151.030 Adoption of an ordinance of designation
151.031 Criteria for designation
151.032 Inventory
151.033 Required procedures for designation
151.034 Actions subsequent to approval
151.035 Denied applications
Historic Districts
151.050 Adoption of an ordinance of designation
151.051 Criteria for designation
151.052 Inventory
151.053 Required procedures for designation
151.054 Revisions to districts
Certificate of Appropriateness
151.065 Required
151.066 Principles and standards
151.067 Limitations on interior review
151.068 Certain changes not prohibited
151.069 Administrative approval for minor works allowed
151.070 Delay in demolition of designated properties
151.071 Demolition by neglect
151.072 Required procedures
151.073 Ordinance to apply to publically-owned buildings and structures
151.074 Remedies
GENERAL PROVISIONS
The historical heritage of Wake County is a valuable and important asset. By listing and regulating historic districts and landmarks, and acquiring historic properties, the county seeks:
(A) To safeguard the heritage of the county, including its municipalities, by preserving districts and landmarks therein that embody important elements of its culture, history, architectural history, or prehistory; and
(B) To promote the use and conservation of such districts and landmarks for the education, pleasure, and enrichment of the residents of the county and state as a whole.
(Ord. passed 5-4-1992; Ord. O-92-23, passed 11-16-1992)
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
(A) There is hereby established, by authority of G.S. Chapter 160D, Article 9, Part 4, a joint historic preservation commission to be known as the Wake County Historic Preservation Commission or "Commission." The Commission shall consist of at least nine members but no more than twelve members appointed by the Board of Commissioners of Wake County. All members must reside in Wake County within the jurisdiction of the Commission, which shall include the area wherein the county and municipalities which adopt this chapter have authority for planning and regulation of development.
(B) In making appointments to the Commission, the Board of Commissioners shall strive to appoint one member from each of the seven Board of Commissioners districts. The need for district representation shall be balanced with the availability of and need for specific expertise on the Commission.
(C) In establishing the Commission and making appointments to it, the Board of Commissioners shall seek the advice of local governing bodies, or such state or local historical agencies, societies, or organizations as it may deem necessary. The Commission may appoint advisory bodies and committees as appropriate.
(Ord. passed 5-4-1992; Ord. O-92-23, passed 11-16-1992; Ord. O-95-5, passed 5-15-1995; Ord. 0-99-22, passed 5-17-1999; Ord. passed 4-19-2021)
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