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Historic Preservation -
Frequently Asked Questions
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| Do I have to
get a permit when altering my property?
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A building permit is required when
any substantial alteration is proposed. If alteration is proposed for a
building in the Historic District, then the Preservation Commission must
review the application
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| Will the Commission
tell me what color to paint my house? |
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The answer to that often asked question
is “no.” Repainting your house, in the absence of any structural changes,
does not require a permit. However, if any assistance were needed in making
a color decision, the Commission would be more than happy to help.
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| I live in the Historic
District and I want to add on to my home. Can the Commission prevent me
from doing this? |
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The Commission may oppose an addition
that is insensitive to the design of your home or inappropriate for the
neighborhood. The Commission will offer advice on how to amend an inappropriate
plan if it is reasonable to think some changes would bring about a positive
result.
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| Does living in the
Historic District prevent me from tearing down my house? |
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The Commission strongly discourages
demolition. This act eliminates the very fabric of history that makes the
District what it is. We strongly encourage innovative plans that incorporate
our older structures into useful spaces for today's living needs. |
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