| |
Conservation District |
Historic District |
| Purpose |
To provide a means of conserving an area’s distinctive atmosphere
or character by protecting or enhancing its significant architectural
or cultural attributes |
17 reasons listed in ordinance, including: “to protect,
enhance and perpetuate places and areas which represent distinctive
and important elements of the city’s historical, cultural,
social, economic… and architectural history” |
| Designation Process |
Application by neighborhood, review by staff, Landmark Commission,
City Planning Commission and City Council |
Application by neighborhood, review by staff, Landmark Commission,
City Planning Commission and City Council |
| Petition Signatures Required |
Ordinance requires petition signed by more than 75% of property
owners |
While not required by ordinance, petition is recommended
to demonstrate neighborhood support |
| Review Process for Exterior Alterations |
City Planning & Development Department staff |
For routine work, City Planning & Development Department
staff; Landmark Commission review required for major work
|
| Complexity of Regulations |
Simpler and more lenient than those for historic districts
|
More thorough and more restrictive than those for conservation
districts |
| Time Required for Permit Review |
Less than 1 day |
Less than 1 day for “routine” work; 30 or more days for
major work |
| Demolition Regulation |
No |
Yes |
| Tax Abatement Incentives Available |
No |
Yes, if within eligible areas |
