Landmark Properties & Alterations

A certificate of appropriateness is required for some projects when:

• The proposed alteration requires building or demolition permits or
• The proposed development requires a land use application, and
• The proposed project will alter the appearance of the property when viewed from off-site

Exceptions to this requirement are when:

1. Interior remodeling/alterations are completed that do not affect the property's exterior appearance.
2. Repainting, re-plastering, or similar exterior refinishing of existing surfaces. This includes changes to the exterior color. (Covering existing exterior surfaces with new material, such as siding over wood or stucco over brick, is not exempt).
3. Routine repair or maintenance, such as caulking, replacement of fasteners and re-glazing windows.

Major alterations include review of:

• Building additions.
• Alterations that are visible from public property or the right of way, unless otherwise defined as minor.
• New buildings or site development in designated landmark districts. 

Minor alterations include review of:

• Signs.
• Replacement of features that are not character-defining.
• Alterations not visible from public land or the right of way.
• Alterations to non-contributing properties in any historic district.