(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)