An owner of property with a Local Historic Designation must submit a Certificate of Appropriateness or COA application before making any exterior changes, new construction, demolition or structure moves. The reason for this application process is to assure that the property or district maintains its historic atmosphere.  The Board's decisions are based on a set of Design Guidelines which are based on national standards. 

Applications for new construction, a move or demolition must be approved by the Board at their regulary scheduled monthly meeting and carry a $75 application fee.  All other applications are approved by staff and there is no associated fee.   These applications generally can be approved between 1 and 5 days after receipt.

Certificates of Appropriateness

2008 Meeting Schedule and COA Deadlines

Certificate of Appropriateness Application

2006 Revised Design Guidelines

Cover and Contents
Introduction
Historic Districts

Residential Design
Residential New Construction

Commercial Design
Commercial New Construction

Review Process
Definitions
Appendix

General Information

"Local Historic Designation: Is it right for my community?"

Working on the Past in Local Historic Districts