§ 46-860. Criteria enumerated.

In determining the recommendation and action on acceptance of an application for historic preservation review, the building official and historic review board shall consider the following:

(1)

The effect of the proposed change upon the general historic, cultural and architectural nature of the district or landmark.

(2)

The appropriateness of exterior architectural features which can be seen from a public street, alley or walkway.

(3)

The general design, arrangement, texture, material and color of the building or structure and the relation of such factors to similar features of buildings or structures in the district. The criteria shall not be the aesthetic appeal to the board of the structure or the proposed remodeling but rather its conformity to the general character of the particular historic area involved.

(4)

All signs shall be in keeping with the character of the historic district or landmark.

(5)

The value of the historic district or landmark as an area of unique interest and character shall be impaired.

(6)

The general and specific Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation and Guidelines for applying the standards for rehabilitation.

(7)

The importance of finding a way to meet the current needs of the property owner, and the importance of approving plans that will be economically feasible for the property owner.

(Code 1990, ch. 11, § 3(F); Ord. No. 89-01, 1-3-1989; Ord. No. 90-09, 5-1-1990)