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Home My WebLink AboutAgenda - 10-05-2010 - 4g 1 ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT Meeting Date: October 5, 2010 Action Agenda Item No. � SUBJECT: Design Standards for Orange County Local Landmarks and Local Historic Districts, and Amendments to the Historic Preservation Commission Ordinance and Rules of Procedure DEPARTMENT: Environment, Agriculture, PUBLIC HEARING: (Y/N) No Parks and Recreation ATTACHMENT(S): Under Separate Cover 1) Draft Design Standards for Orange County INFORMATION CONTACT: Local Landmarks and Local Historic Districts 2) An Ordinance Creating the Historic David Stancil, 245-2522 Preservation Commission of Orange County Rich Shaw, 245-2514 3) Orange County Historic Preservation Commission Rules of Procedure 4) HPC August 25, 2010 Minutes 5) Letter from State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) PURPOSE: To consider adopting design standards for the County's historic designation program, and to approve amendments to the historic preservation ordinance and historic preservation commission rules of procedure to reflect the new design standards and the creation of the Department of Environment, Agriculture, Parks and Recreation. BACKGROUND: In 1997, Orange County adopted a voluntary program to designate properties of local historic and architectural significance called the Local Landmark Program. Local designation programs are administered by historic preservation commissions or historic district commissions. Owners wishing to make changes to their locally designated properties must apply for a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA). In Orange County, the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) reviews applications for COAs and determines the appropriateness based on approved design standards. When the County adopted its Local Landmark Program in 1997, the HPC had not yet finished preparing design standards specific to Orange County's historic resources, so the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation were referenced as the standards for evaluating COA applications. Now, several years later, the HPC has prepared Design Standards for Orange County Local Landmarks and Local Historic Districts (Attachment #1). The attached manual represents new design standards that would supersede the Secretary of the Interior's Standards. It adheres to the general philosophy of the ten standards, but goes into more detail to help guide property owners with specific design questions. 2 The standards apply only to properties where the owners enrolled in the program voluntarily. There are currently only four designated Local Landmark properties, although other properties are expected to be considered for designation in the future. Adopting Design Standards for Orange County Local Landmarks and Local Historic Districts will not impose any additional restrictions on property owners currently enrolled in the program or future property owners seeking enrollment. Two other documents, An Ordinance Creating the Historic Preservation Commission of Orange County and the Orange County Historic Preservation Commission Ru/es of Procedure dictate when a COA is required and the review process for different types of work, i.e., formal review by the HPC, administrative approval or, for some forms of maintenance, no review at all. The HPC is not pursuing any changes to the regulatory component of the Local Landmark Program. The three documents -- the design standards, the ordinance and the rules of procedure — need to be consistent with one another. Amendments to the latter finro documents, shown with the Tracking Tool, reflect the creation of the new department and other minor technical revisions for clarity. Should the County adopt the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) in the near future, staff will update references to the Zoning Ordinance (as they pertain to the designation of local historic districts) to reflect the UDO. Though primarily honorary in nature, designation programs remain the most powerFul tool to promote historic preservation at the local level. The HPC has been reluctant to promote the Local Landmark Program until it was able to complete the design standards and now has finro property owners interested in pursuing designation. Endorsed by the HPC (Attachment#4) and the North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office (Attachment #5), the new design standards are intended to assist property owners and HPC members with identifying the elements that make historic properties significant, and to offer guidance on how to update properties while retaining the special qualities that make them significant. The standards can also serve as a technical and preservation planning guide for all historic property owners including those not enrolled in the Local Landmark Program. FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with this item. Future applications to designate individual properties as Local Landmarks, which are eligible for a 50-percent property tax deferral, would come before the BOCC for consideration and approval. RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board adopt the Design Standards for Orange County Local Landmarks and Local Historic Districts, and approve amendments to An Ordinance Creating the Historic Preservation Commission of Orange County and the Orange County Historic Preservation Commission Rules of Procedure. � � o � �� N • , •� •� � � � � �� • • �1 � ' �--1 C� d-� � p p � , ' R� � � ,_., �, V � � a� � . p � � o •" � � � •� 4 '� o � ° � � � � c� � � x � � � � � •� Q o � � x � A � � v � •� � ,, :� s-� O � _= '�„� `�+� o Orange County Historic Preservation Commission 306-A Revere Road ' PO Box 8181 Y� .+ _ � .- HillsboYOU h NC 27278 ��'"'��• _� �L_ g , � � �� _ �_ .�a�c..� .� �. �f i wr.�F�ll�'�'.I�+��rwsb��lLsw�' _..yY��„wM i/ .�'1� _ _f�� ' � w . � () jj � . t.f �., � j .�.,Nriy n t � _ ._..� , --.—�n.M+..[ ��--#�-��"""'}.r � i _� ., _ __, ff �'� � : � �� , �� ,� _ . �� .. � � � � � � � � .. � . � 4 � r` ° f �q.��r..:.�y w« � �. p y. m. y r• rt � f i� } r� �� ^f 52'i#W.r 1.wfr:'.Riu� 9� �-°f y ' � ' �. 3 ' '� i � '"'� ( �� t.,,,. i��N ��-i5�ci.J.sA�.4k 71,�...�.,,x � .. . . , ..'°�... ...r e ��+ . . �� .�� . _ � �� , _� - �-- �_� � � '�. ��, �� . � f�� w�► . . � _J� � 1 t ... t i»,i�, k , . . .�..� � � q � ��; �::�°°.:� � , , `� a;. ,. � � � � ��. 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The pxogram allows the Similax to the present-use value taxation for federal, federally licensed, and federally Commissionexs to designate individual program fox farmers, repayment penalties assisted projects, as well as state projects historic sites as Local Landmaxks and may apply if the ownex destroys the and eligibility for tax credits fox certified groups or clustexs of historic sites as property or damages its historic value. rehabilitation pxojects. Such xehabilitation Local Historic Districts through the Local Historic District designation has no work must follow the Secretary of the passage of an ordinance. Such effect on local pxopexty taxes. It would Interiox's Sta.ndaxds for Rehabilitation. designation provides public recognition create too gxeat of a burden on the local �le the County's local design of the historic and cultural significance of tax base to provide such a benefit to all standards follow the genetal spitit of the properties important to Orange County's pYOperty owners within a Local Historic Secretary of the Interior's Standatds, the local heritage. District. two are diszinct and separate documents. The Orange Counry HPC Participation in the Local Landmark The Local Landmark Program and the uses the County's local design standaxds to Program is voluntary. Owners are not National Register ofHistoric Places are xeview changes to individual Loca1 xequixed to make changes or two entitely distinct and separate Landmatk propexties and all properties in improvements to their properties due to progtams. Both offer honorary status to Loca1 Historic Districts. The SHPO uses Local Landmaxk status. However, Loca1 historic properties thtough a formal �e Secxetary of the Interior's Standatds fox Landmark and Loca1 Historic District designation process. The Local Landmaxk Rehabilitation to zeview proposals to property owners wishing to make changes Program is a local program administered by change int�ivit� :�' National Registex to building extexiors and site features local govemment. The National Registex ��es and �properties in National must follow a design review process and of Historic Places is a federal program Registex Historic Districts. adhere to county design standa.rds. The administered by the National Park Service Orange County Historic Preservation in partnexship with the state historic Commission (HPC) uses the design preservation offices (SHPO). Local For more information about either of standards to detemune the govexnmeats do not participate in the these progras�as please contact: appxopriateness of the proposed changes administration of the National Register Orange County�istoric Preservation and to grant Certificates of progxam except to offex recommendations Commission or.I�istoric Preservation Staff Appropriateness{COA). fox new listings. County historic c/o the Depart�nent of Envitonment, presexvarion staff can assist local residents �cultute,Parks and Recreation pursu.ing National Register status by 306-A Revere Road—PO Box 8181 providing contact information, and as time �sborough,NC 27278 pexmits #echnical assistance, but most �919) 245-2510 property owners hire a private consultant to prepare the nomination. ��-? �. . . FINAL DRAFT� Design Standards for Orange County Local Historic Landmarks and Local Historic Districts o - . � ,� �, �--- �! , '-�,.. � `� �°�#� ��,,.�'*�: �r �� '� ,� : ` ____ , �.� ` ,��. .�`-c��`�+, x � '� " ,�`c`�, �`� �, � �r�. �. � , ��# �x �- .�. � rt r �� ,�� '� �_. , .. ��_ �_.. , � :< ,. �� w . .., i ' `' �� t;�-��,� �� .� � , - _ . � �, � '._'— � �._ � *� e.�,' .f ��*;�� :, �� _�r_ � .r �L "� .�...,s� - �---..< <. ._ ��'...�+��.f �n�,�i.��,+� µ�y�'��:;p+r o r: "�'�. .'� , „ , -. --____ �' . ,,•- � �� y�+ � Y , -� �� : . �� e.�z ,�� ' a-•s_'�u j � r.�""''� i ,,, �.z�,�...._ �,�';s� ?. ' � _ v. y e. ;' , �+� ,i t� -•,w „�3p.�� ,`• � ,,: # f � .� ,��" � s< : �ti'�'«- � ' , , , . ��° ;� � ., "r�� a �. '� � �� i�� ¢` �` ` s °�i �. �� y �� ,� . z ,; s s ..':dc,['`�.. � ."' • � . _ e j�y�C 'R' ��; .R ! &.� �� . ,��R ��P�' ' � - .r�,t .��,� .L� ;d. '�' ,Esr ° i�1 f��x . k� �.,�� f��.�. s }�;. *� �� ■rr= t�! � �: .� s �.-' . ;. �= • . .. ,. ' srr_ a<. � ' ` ��'� ■r�� ` -' � . t � . . , « _- - �, . • t ; 3 ° �,�. r�, " �, ' - % __ � ' , , ..-�� ' '- �� : ;�a+'" ii .� �.. ,� -, i � —...�: <��. 'y. �v . a, . ....�"_ � ,�'. . " ., '.N . .... . - � � � �� '� � �� Recommended for Adoption on August 25, 2010 by the Orange County Historic Preservation Commission y, This manual of design standards was created to define and standardize the Certificate of Appropriateness review process for owners of Orange County Local Landmarks or buildings within Local Historic Districts. The standards are a/so intended as a guide to technical and preservation planning for all historic property owners. 5, i Forward 2 3 Chapter I provides an overview of preservation planning within Orange County, including 4 definitions of the Local Landmark Program, Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) process, 5 and a brief summary of the roles of the Orange County Historic Preservation Commission, 6 Board of Orange County Commissioners (BOCC), and Orange County Department of 7 Environment, Agriculture, Parks and Recreation (DEAPR). A brief comparison of the Locai s Landmark Program and National Register of Historic Places provides an outline of tax credits 9 and bene�ts associated with each. The Design Review Process is described in detail, 10 including the COA application process, examples of activities which do and do not require a i t COA, and the appeal process. 12 13 Chapter II provides a discussion of the design standards related to the historic context of a 14 structure or property, including the overall setting, relationship of contributing buildings, is structures, and other features to one another and the surrounding natural landscape. 16 Specific design standards are provided for various properties and features including active/ i� working Farms, Outbuildings 8�Accessory Structures, Fences 8�Walls, Walkways, Driveways i8 & On-Site Parking, Cemeteries &Archaeological Features, Exterior Lighting, and Signage. 19 2o Chapter III covers general maintenance and changes to the exterior of historic structures. 21 Specific elements are discussed in terms of maintaining the historic character of a building, 22 including maintenance standards, specific materials (wood, masonry, etc.), and specific 23 architectural elements (windows, doors, roof details, etc.). Design guidelines for increasing 24 the energy efficiency of historic structures, as well as retrofitting a structure for accessibility 2s and safety considerations, are also provided. 26 27 Chapters IV and V present standards for the introduction of new buildings to a historic 28 property, as well as the removal, demolition, or relocation of historic structures. 29 3o Chapter VI provides appendices, including the Local Landmark Application, COA Application 31 and Project Review Form, Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation, National 32 Register of Historic Places Criteria for Evaluation, Glossary of Architectural Terms, and a list 33 of contacts related to historic preservation. 34 7, i Tabie of Contents a 3 Forward 4 5 I. Introduction 1 6 A. Orange County's Historic Preservation Commission 7 B. Historic Resources, Local Landmarks and Local Historic Districts 8 C. How to Apply for Local Landmark and Local Historic District Designation 9 D. The Design Review Process (COA) and How to Appeal HPC Decisions io E. National Register of Historic Places 11 12 IL Historic Context 13 �3 A. Setting 14 B. Working Farms is C. Outbuildings and Accessory Structures 16 D. Fences and Walls 17 E. Walkways, Driveways and On-Site Parking 18 F. Cemeteries and Archaeological Features �9 G. Exterior Lighting 2o H. Signage ar 22 III. Historic Buildings (Maintenance and Exterior Changes) 25 23 A. General Maintenance 24 B. Materials 25 Wood 26 Masonry 27 Architectural Metals 28 Roofing 29 C. Architectural Elements and Design 3o Size and Scale 31 Proportion and Rhythm 32 Windows and Doors 33 Other Important Visual Features 34 D. Reversibility 3s E. Utilities and Energy Retrofit 36 F. Accessibility and Safety Considerations 37 38 IV. Introducing Buildings to a Landmark Property 39 39 A. Historic Value and tntegrity 4o B. Visual Character 4I 42 V. Removing Buildings from a Landmark P�operty 43 43 A. Relocation 44 B. Demolition 45 46 VI. Appendices 47 a7 A. Local Landmark Application and Application Process Flow Chart a8 B. Certificate of Appropriateness Application and Project Review Form 49 C. National Register of Historic Places Criteria for Evaluation so D. Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation 51 E. Glossary of Architectural Terms 52 F. List of Contacts � J, i I. Introduction 2 3 Design Standards for Orange County Local Landmarks and Loca/Historic Districts is 4 intended to assist the owners of Local Landmark properties and Local Historic District 5 properties maintain, preserve, and when necessary make appropriate changes to their 6 historic sites in ways that will retain and enhance their special character and historic � significance. These standards are also intended to assist the Historic Preservation s Commission (HPC) and its staff evaluate the appropriateness of such changes. What 9 differentiates Orange County's preservation program from many similar programs is its focus 10 on rural heritage; the following design standards are intended for individual rural landmark 11 properties and rural historic districts, not historic downtowns. County historic resources are 12 typically set away from the public road; many are historic farmsteads, still part of active 13 farms. Farmers often remove farm buildings that have outlived their original purpose and i4 replace them with metal structures that may be considered visibly incongruous but serve the 15 practical needs of the farm. Older homes and associated outbuildings are more likely to 16 survive when in use. The HPC remains cognizant of the need to balance historic integrity 17 with modern-day functionality. 1 g Preser+ixg tlee Orunge Trudilion: 19 When the Local Landmark Program was adopted A/,oed�narkDesignationPr�ramjarOrangrLirunty 2o in 1997, the County adopted the Secretary of the 21 Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation as interim � 22 design standards until new standards, based on �y '� 23 Orange County's rural architectural legacy, could � �"�' ' �� 24 be prepared. This manual represents the new `--�—�� 25 design standards and supersedes the Secretary ��' -- - --�.� '�`` . __� 26 of the Interior's standards. It adheres to the • -- _ ._ _ -•_ - ; 27 general philosophy outlined in the ten standards } ` ' 2s but goes into more detail to help guide property ��--�z�-- _ � � �� `'�` � �� 29 owners with specific design decisions. . 30 : ,, 31 The manual is referred to as "design standards" 32 instead of guidelines since compliance is �.�,�,Q,�,�,,,,� 33 mandato for Local Landmark ro ert owners UrangaeCounry�fliato�icPnv�vrnkonCommissian rY P � Y byLkrStn,(rojtkcOrarrgeC'oursh�YlnrreringUr,pnrrment 34 and Local Historic District property owners. The Augus�,voo� 35 HPC will use these design standards when 36 reviewing requests to change the exterior of 37 buildings, significant landscaping and natural 38 features on Local Landmark properties, and properties in Local Historic Districts. While each 39 project is unique, the standards provide a systematic approach for evaluating proposals. The 4o project review checklist, included as Appendix B, may be used by applicants and 41 Commission members alike to simplify the review process. In addition, the HPC encourages 42 all historic property owners to use the Design Standards for Orange County Loca/Landmarks 43 and Local Historic Districts as a source for technical advice and preservation planning. 44 45 A. ORANGE COUNTY'S HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION 46 In 1991 the Orange County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) adopted "An 47 Ordinance Creating the Historic Preservation Commission" (HPC). The HPC 48 consists of seven members who serve for terms of three years. All members must 49 live within the Orange County's planning jurisdiction and have demonstrated special 5o interest, experience or education in history, architecture, landscape architecture, 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards � �. 1 archaeology or related fields. Their charge is to identify and protect the County's 2 historic, archaeological and cultural resources. The HPC also participates in the 3 Certified Local Government (CLG) Program, a federal program that provides a 4 framework for historic preservation activities at the local level including additional 5 funding opportunities from state and federal grant monies. 6 I 7 B. HISTORIC RESOURCES, LOCAL LANDMARKS AND LOCAL HISTORIC ' 8 DISTRICTS 9 One of the key requirements for Certified Local Governments is to complete and 10 maintain an inventory of historic properties that appear to be 50 years or older. In 11 the early 1990s, the HPC hired two consulting firms to survey historic properties in 12 the unincorporated portions of the County.' These efforts produced an inventory of 13 more than 600 architectural resources and a substantial report outlining the 14 County's overall history and development. The County updated the survey in 2007. 15 The County maintains a file on each property that consists of a written data sheet, a 16 brief architectural and social description, and a series of photos. As of the 2007 17 update, the inventory includes 634 properties distributed throughout the county as 18 shown below. 19 Survey National Study List Local Township Sites Register properties Landmarks Pro erties Bin ham 78 1 4; HD 1 Cedar Grove 199 HD 10; HD 0 Cha el Hill 160 2 13 0 Cheeks 63 4 2 2 Eno 43 5 3; HD 1 Hillsborou h 19 1 1 0 Little River 72 1 3 0 20 HD= Historic District 21 22 Another important component of the HPC's duties is to recommend properties with 23 special historic or architectural significance for designation in the County's Local 24 Landmark Program.2 Properties may be designated as individual landmarks or as 25 part of historic districts. Properties must meet a higher standard of historic 26 and/or architectural significance to be designated as an individual landmark. 27 The higher standard is appropriate since, in North Carolina, landmark 28 property owners are eligible for a 50-percent property-tax deferral, as long as 29 the site retains its historic character.3 As of 2009, four individual Orange County 3o properties have been designated as Local Landmarks: Chatwood, Moorefields, the 31 Bingham School Inn and Rigsbee's Rock House. ' Countjrwide surveys area conducted in partnership with the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). Consultants use United States Geological Survey maps to locate resources and may survey a few properties outside of the project area when jurisdictional lines are not clear in the field. 2 In 1997, per the recommendation of the HPC, the BOCC adopted a new program called Preserving the Orange Tradition:A Landmark Designation Program for Orange County. 3 Pursuant to NCGS Chapter 160A, Article 19, individual landmarks are designated through the adoption of an ordinance. The HPC is responsible for notifying the tax supervisor of the designation and related restrictions for preservation purposes. Properties may lose their designation and three years back taxes, (or"recapture penalties"), may apply if the owner destroys the property or damages its historic value. 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 2 %/ 1 A historic district is a cluster of properties, which can be identified as a group based 2 on a specific theme or period of construction. Examples in urban settings typically 3 include neighborhoods where the majority of the houses were built during a 4 particular timeframe, such as the antebellum period, or share a common style, such 5 as Arts and Crafts. Rural historic districts may focus on a mill, a certain landscape 6 feature such as a river, or a neighborhood store and crossroads. Districts have � defined boundaries. In order for the boundaries to follow practical landmarks some s properties may be included that do not add to the overall theme; these properties 9 are referred to as "non-contributing." The property tax deferral program does not lo extend to properties in local historic districts—contributing or non-contributing. A 11 district may contain properties that have less significance than an individual 12 landmark but still contribute to the overall theme of the district. As of 2009, the 13 County has not designated any local historic districts. 14 is What Makes a Property Worthy of Designation? t6 Most designation programs use a criteria system to - � - 17 evaluate the architectural and historic significance of �� +� 18 properties based on the National Register of Historic - � 19 Places. This ensures that all sites are assessed using � ' ;�" ; 2o a consistent approach, limiting the potential for � 21 favoritism toward a particular owner. The HPC �� 22 measures the "value" of potential Local Landmark and � 23 Local Historic District properties based on the seven 24 criteria listed below. 25 Criteria Brief Explanation 26 2� Resource Type Is the property listed in the National Register? Does it include a 28 building complex orjust an individual building? 29 Age What is the approximate age of the structure or complex? 30 31 Historic Significance Is the property linked to a famous person or a person of local 32 importance, or an important historic event? 33 Architectural Significance Was the house designed by a well-known architect? Is it an 34 example of a nationally popular style? 35 36 Environmental Significance Does the farm still look like a historic farmstead? 37 Contributing Features Does the property have other features that contribute to our 38 knowledge of the site and add to its historic or cultural value such 39 as outbuildings and farm equipment, fountains or statues, etc. 40 Integrity Common buildings gain significance as they get older if they retain 41 their original features, particularly as fewer examples survive. For 42 example, a turn of the twentieth century rural farmhouse may 43 become more significant over time if it still has its original windows, 44 siding, porch posts and chimneys on the exterior, and mantels, 45 stair trim and beadboard on the interior. A high-style 1850s house 46 constructed with a two-story porch may lose significance if it is 4� updated with synthetic siding, new windows, modified porch, etc. 48 49 In addition, since local designation programs are a form of overlay zoning, properties so must be located in Orange County's planning jurisdiction to be eligible for local 51 landmark or local historic district status. 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The first part is designed to provide the HPC with enough 5 information to determine if the property appears to be a candidate for the program. 6 Property owners are asked to provide photos of all exterior walls on main buildings, 7 photos of any important interior features in the building, and text outlining key s information about the building's construction and ownership. Applicants are also 9 asked to prepare a brief summary, typically a paragraph in length, to explain why 10 the property is important. 11 i2 The HPC reviews Part 1 of the application to determine if the property appears to 13 be a candidate for the program. Since Part 2 requires a substantial architectural 1a description and social history of the property some property owners hire a 15 consultant to help complete the application. The two-part approach prevents i6 property owners from going to the expense of preparing an application for a 17 property that is not a strong candidate for the program. 18 19 Once historic preservation staff receives a completed application—Part 1 and Part 20 2, the timeline begins. The HPC holds public meetings for neighbor input and 2i submits the application to the North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office 22 (SHPO)for comments. The SHPO involvement ensures that the review is based on 23 criteria rather than any potential bias toward a particular property owner. The 24 complete application, staff report, SHPO's comments and the HPC's 25 recommendations are forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC). 26 The BOCC will make the final decision to approve or deny the designation. The 27 application is attached as Appendix A, including a flowchart which outlines the 2s approval process. 29 30 31 D. DESIGN REVIEW PROCESS (Certificate of Appropriateness) 32 Buildings evolve over time based on architectural style trends and the changing 33 needs of the occupant. Designation programs are designed to help guide property 34 owners to make these changes in ways that will retain and enhance their properties' 35 special character and historic significance. Many preservation programs also offer 36 technical advice on maintenance and related upgrades, such as energy efficiency, 3� that are specific to older buildings. This type of information sharing speaks to the 3g long-term commitment of owning a historic building and is critical to successful 39 stewardship. 40 41 Owners wishing to change the exterior of buildings or alter significant 42 vegetation, or natural features on their local landmark or local historic district 43 properties are required to obtain a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) prior 44 to beginning any work. The HPC reviews COA applications following a quasi- 45 judicial process, and determines the appropriateness of the proposed change(s) 46 based on the design standards described in this manual. Minor changes can often 47 be approved administratively but staff, without going before the HPC. Maintenance 4s typically does not require any review. The review process for different types of work 49 is outlined below. Additional information is provided in the specific standards. 9/28/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 5 /y, 1 Significant Changes—Formal HPC Review 2 The following are examples of work that require a Certificate of Appropriateness 3 (COA)from the Orange County Historic Preservation Commission include: 4 a. Exterior changes to the primary building or other structures on the property, 5 excluding minor improvements and normal maintenance as described below. 6 (HPC members may offer advice on proposed paint color schemes, but it may 7 not deny a COA application based on color.) s b. Changes to the types or styles of windows, doors, porches, decks, roofs, 9 chimneys and lighting fixtures. 10 c. Alterations in exterior architectural details, such as additions or changes in style 11 of porch railings, gutters, shutters, brackets, molding, gingerbread or other 12 decorative work. 13 d. Removal and/or severe pruning of healthy trees, plants, or vegetation, as well 14 as the installation of new trees, plants or other vegetation, which alters the 15 character of the site. (Note: Foundation plantings are not historically correct for 16 structures built before 1900.) 1� e. The installation on any structure of vinyl or aluminum siding or of any other 18 siding of a different style or material than the existing siding. 19 f. The disturbance of archeological sites. 2o g. The construction of any addition to an existing structure, such as the addition of 21 rooms, chimneys, porches, decks, ramps, solar panels, or skylights. 22 h. The construction or placement of any outbuilding on the property, including 23 carports, garages, utility sheds, barns, silos, drying sheds, and bulk barns. 24 i. New construction or relocation of a primary structure. 25 j. The placement or construction of any yard fixtures, such as lamp posts or other 26 lighting fixtures, walkways, fences or walls, driveways, parking areas or the 2� placement of any physical structure that could be considered ornamental. 2s k. The deconstruction, demolition or removal of any structure, including 29 outbuildings, yard fixtures or any part thereof. Although a COA is required and 3o may include a delay before a demolition permit is issued, the County may not 31 prohibit the demolition after the conclusion of the delay period. 32 I. The addition of parking lots or parking areas. 33 m. The installation of any permanent exterior sign measuring larger than three (3) 34 square feet in area. 35 36 Minor Improvement-Staff Review 3� Minor exterior changes that do not involve additions or removals may be reviewed 3s and approved by HPC staff. HPC staff can typically review and approve COAs for 39 the following items: 4o a. Installation of storm windows and doors. 41 b. Construction of new side and rear yard fences and walls not facing a public 42 street. 43 c. Installation of exterior mechanical equipment such as roof fans, heat pumps, 44 and air compressors. 45 d. Repairs to walls, patios, fences, and driveways as long as replacement matches 46 what presently exists. 47 e. Foundation repairs, including vents and access doors. 4g f. Replacement of exterior stairs, landings, and steps. 49 g. Replacement of large amounts of missing or deteriorated siding, trim, porch 5o floors, windows, and gutters or architectural details when there is no change in sl materials and design from the original. 9/28/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards s /5, i h. Re-pointing and other masonry repairs. 2 i. Repair or replacement of exterior lighting fixtures. 3 j. Removal of asbestos or other artificial siding. 4 k. Installation of exterior signs, other than real estate and political. (Sign 5 installation may also require a sign permit from the Planning and Inspections 6 Department.) � I. Installation of new roof coverings using the same type of roofing material. s m. Installation of satellite dishes. 9 n. Exterior paint removaL lo 11 t2 Normal Maintenance—No Review i3 Property owners are encouraged to maintain their historic properties. The following ia are examples of routine maintenance that do not require HPC or HPC staff review 1s (other County permits may be necessary): 16 a. Interior work, unless the change will impact an architectural feature such as a t7 fireplace mantel or stairway that contributes to the building's significance. 18 b. Interior painting. 19 c. Exterior painting, unless the paint product has the potential to negatively impact 2o the structure such as vinyl paint or similar types of material. 21 d. Replacement of window glass and sash as long as window size, style, and 22 material are not altered. 23 e. Caulking and weather stripping. 24 f. Replacement of small amounts of missing or deteriorated siding, trim, roof 25 shingles, porch flooring, steps, gutters and down spouts, etc., as long as the 26 replacement materials matches the existing materials. 2� g. Repairs to walks, patios, fences and driveways as long as replacement 2s materials match the existing materials. 29 h. Landscape maintenance, including the removal of dead/damaged plants, 3o provided existing healthy trees and/or shrubs are not removed or severely 31 pruned. 32 i. Public safety issues required by the Orange County Code Enforcement 33 Supervisor. The HPC will work with property owners and building inspectors to 34 try to resolve conflicts before they become public safety issues. 35 j. Maintenance or, in an emergency, immediate restoration of an existing above- 36 ground utility structure. 37 k. Real estate and political signs. 38 39 9/28/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards � �� ; r. 1 2 Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) Process 3 Property owners may pick up 4 Certificate of Appropriateness ��`�' �� 5 (COA) applications and submit ' 6 completed materials to the � Department of Environment, � s Agriculture, Parks and .a�� ,� .. , �� 9 Recreation at 306 Revere Road, , 4= �� °�` , ��_ io in Hillsborough. All local � _ __. ,r. � .,- 11 landmark and local historic -�,� 12 district property owners must i3 apply for a COA prior to '� �� 14 beginning any work that would 15 change an exterior feature on 16 their property. Property owners are encouraged to contact County historic 17 preservation staff if they are not sure if they need to pursue a COA or have 18 questions about the process. Staff can offer general design advice, technical 19 assistance, and contact information for more specific preservation expertise. 20 2i The typical COA process is as follows: 22 1) HPC staff determines that the application is complete and begins the review 23 process by preparing a staff analysis, typically within 30 days. (lncomplete 24 materials are returned to the applicant with an explanation of the missing 25 items.) 26 2) The application is placed on the HPC's next regular agenda for consideration. 27 Surrounding property owners receive notice of the application, including the 28 time and location of the HPC's meeting. 29 3) The applicant presents his or her proposal to the HPC at the public meeting. 3o Neighbors and other members of the public may also speak for or against the 31 project. 32 4) The HPC evaluates the proposal based on the design standards in this 33 manual. Members may ask the applicant questions for clarification. The HPC 34 identifies which design standards apply to the project and determines if the 35 proposal complies with the applicable standards. 36 5) The HPC votes to approve, approve with conditions, or deny the Certificate of 3� Appropriateness. 38 39 Property owners should have a copy of the original local landmark application 4o materials for their site; or if they do not, staff will provide them with a copy. It is 41 important to review the local landmark application before beginning the COA 42 process since the file will typically specify which buildings and structures, and which 43 natural and landscape features contribute to the historic significance and visual 44 character of the designated property. When reviewing COA applications, the HPC 45 considers how the proposal may impact these "contributing" buildings and features. 46 Proposals that destroy or substantially alter contributing buildings or features will 4� likely be denied. The original application materials often identify suitable areas for 48 buildings (new or existing) to be placed on the Local Landmark or Local Historic 49 District property without destroying the significance or character of the site. 50 51 Most projects require additional permits, such as zoning compliance permits or 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards g !7, 1 building permits, administered by the Planning and Inspections Department. HPC 2 staff will try to facilitate interdepartmental cooperation with the Planning and 3 Inspections Department, but applicants are encouraged to discuss their project with 4 Planning and Inspections staff prior to applying for their COA to ensure compliance 5 with local ordinances and state building codes. Work on approved COA projects 6 must begin within six months. 7 s How to Appeal HPC Decisions 9 Applicants may resubmit a denied application for a COA so long as it represents a lo substantial change from the original proposal. Applicants may appeal the HPC's �1 decision to deny a Certificate of Appropriateness. Other aggrieved parties may also i2 appeal an HPC decision to grant or deny a COA. Written notice of the request to 13 appeal must be submitted to Historic Preservation staff within 30 days of the 14 meeting at which the decision was made. Staff will forward the request to the Board 1s of Adjustment (BOA) for its review of the HPC's decision. 16 17 Appeals shall be in the nature of certiorar'r—meaning that the BOA will review the 18 materials from the meeting to ensure that the HPC followed proper procedures and 19 based its decision on evidence; they will not reconsider the entire application. If the 2o BOA concurs with the HPC, the decision stands. If the BOA determines that the 21 HPC did not follow quasi-judicial procedures, the HPC's decision will be overturned. 22 Appeals of the BOA's decisions are heard by the Orange County Superior Court. 23 9/28/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards g /$. CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS REVIEW PROCESS Local Landmark properly owner or Local Historic Dis�ict property owne�contacEs Orange County Histor�Preservatlon Staff to discuss proposaf to work on designated propetty. S'taff determines if formal Ce�tificate of Appropriateness is required or if staff review is suflicient (Staff reserves the right to make de�rminatEon in consultation with HPC Chair and/or Department of Environment,/�yriculture,Pa�tts&Reaeation Director.} CerUflcate of Approp�iateness is required. No formal COA pracess required. Applicanf , � submits pl�s for minor work to staff. Local Landmark owner or Locat Historic Dis6�ict ............... ...........• awner or hislher agenf submits CerUficate of Staff a�proves proposals ; Staff denfes proposal. Appropriateness appiicalion to Staff. for mina improvements :............. .......... .: in�mpilance witfi Design Standards. Staff works wilh � applicant ta Staff reviews applicaGon#or Proposal foruarded to revise propasal. completeness. HPC for informaiion,as necessary. Applicatia�forwarded to HPC for forma! considerationldenial. Staff retums Staff processes application,and inc�mplete materials prepares staff report based on to appficant with orlginai Research Repat within 30 explanation of m�sing days(or more wilh consent of items. applicant.) StaPf submits applicaffon for HPC conslderaUon wilhin 30 days(usually the next scheduled meeting}. Staff may confe�with HPC Chair and DEAPR Director reg�ding the need fvr a pubhc hearing instead of a regular maeting. Staff sends not�e to neighboring property ovmers. HPC constders COA applEcatlon. (HPC reviews mfna improvement denial per staff request.) Applicant files appeal wlthin 30 ........... ...........: days of decision. HPC approves COA. HPC approves COA with : HPC denies COA. —.... � conditions. : : :......................i _ BOCC hears appeal,and makes final deasion. Work must begin within 6 months of COA approval. , 1 9/28/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards �p r``,' 1 E. NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES 2 Cultural resources may also be listed in the National ?4 3 Register of Historic Places as individual sites or as �NATIONAL REGISTER� BULLETIN 4 parts of historic districts. The National Register was - 5 created through the National Historic Preservation 6 Act of 1966 as part of a national program to ' �,.�- � �.- _�.... _ 7 coordinate and support public and private efforts to `��-t '� ' , ' � _ � � ` 8 identify, evaluate, and protect historic and '�`- , "'�' 9 archeological resources. The program offers ' ,- � , � 10 honorary status to historic properties through a 11 formal designation process. " �! LL " � . 12 i3 For a cultural resource (historic building, � �, 14 archaeological site, cultural landscape, etc.) to be 15 listed in the National Register, it must meet at least �'' 16 one of four criteria based on its historic context. The '' � "�" � �'g 1� criteria describe how properties are significant for - - 18 their association with: 19 ■ important events; 20 ■ persons; 21 ■ for importance in design or construction; or 22 ■ for information potential. The National Register Criteria for Evaluation is 23 included, in its entirety, as Appendix C. 24 25 The Local Landmark Program and the National Register of Historic Places are two 26 entirely distinct and separate programs. Both offer honorary status to historic 27 properties through a formal designation process. The specific benefits of each 28 program, however, are quite different. The Local Landmark Program is a local 29 program administered by local government; properties are designated by the 3o adoption of an ordinance by the Board of County Commissioners. The National 31 Register of Historic Places is a federal program administered by the National Park 32 Service in partnership with state historic preservation offices (SHPO). 33 34 Local governments do not participate in the administration of the National Register 3s program except, as Certified Local Governments, to offer recommendations for new 36 listings. County historic preservation staff can help residents pursuing National 37 Register status by providing contact information and, as time permits, technical 38 assistance but most property owners hire a private consultant to prepare the 39 nomination. National Register status is primarily honorary; there is no inherent 4o financial benefit to having one's property listed in the National Register of Historic 41 Places. National Register property owners do not have to participate in a review 42 process or obtain a Certificate of Appropriateness. However, properties may be 43 removed from National Register listing if their historic character is compromised. 44 45 The two main benefits of National Register listing are consideration in the planning 46 process for federal, federally licensed, and federally assisted projects, as well as 4'7 state projects, and eligibility in tax credits for certified rehabilitation projects. 4s Properties, which have been deemed eligible for the National Register through an 49 initial review by their State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), are placed on the so "Study List." Both individual resources and potential districts can be placed on the 51 Study List. Study List properties enjoy the same consideration during the federal 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 11 20. 1 and state planning process as sites placed on the Register. The listing of a historic 2 or archaeological property on the National Register does not obligate or restrict a 3 private owner in any way un/ess the owner seeks a federal benefit such as a grant 4 or tax credit. 5 6 Owners of private, National Register properties are eligible for a 20 percent federal 7 investment tax credit for the cost of a certified rehabilitation of an income-producing 8 building. (Bed & Breakfast establishments and residential buildings that are rented 9 out are considered income-producing properties.) The owner of an income- 10 producing property may also qualify for a 20 percent state rehabilitation tax credit. 11 The owner of a non-income-producing historic structure—the owner's personal 12 residence--may apply for a 30 percent state rehabilitation tax credit; there is no 13 equivalent federal credit for non-income-producing properties. "Certified 14 rehabilitation" means that the proposed work adheres to the Secretary of the 15 Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation and has been approved by the SHPO. (The 16 Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation are included in Appendix D. 17 Contact numbers for the SHPO are included in Appendix F.) To ensure that a 18 project meets the definition of a certified rehabilitation, one should contact the 19 SHPO early in the planning process. Orange County historic preservation staff can 2o provide confact information and facilitate in this process. 21 22 While the two programs are distinct from one another, it is possible for historic 23 properties to be listed in the National Register and in a local historic district or as an 24 individual local landmark. In fact, many local historic districts, particularly in 25 downtowns, were originally listed in the National Register and were later designated 26 as a local district once a local program was established. National Register 27 nominations can also serve as the basis for a local designation Research Report. 2s Locally designated landmarks and properties located within local historic districts 29 are not eligible for federal or state rehabilitation tax credits unless the landmark or 3o district is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. An owner of a 31 property that is both locally designated and listed in the National Register 32 who is seeking federal or state investment tax credits for rehabilitation must 33 acquire a local Certificate of Appropriateness and federal or state tau 34 certification through separate applications. Approval for one does not imply 35 or guarantee approval for the other, though in most cases local design review 36 guidelines and federal rehabilitation standards are in concurrence and are 3� mutually reinforcing. 38 9/28/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards �2 I � �. i II. Historic Context 2 3 A. SETTING 4 When evaluating rural historic properties � ;�;;.�� 5 the cultural landscape is often as t �� ,. �� 6 important as the buildings themselves. � The orientation of the main house to the * � `'```� � 8 road, the relationship among different �.``"' '- T 9 buildings, internal circulation patterns, � �'_,`�'�;�� '� _��, 10 existing vegetation and natural features, r - °�� ' " ; 11 the surrounding landscape--all of these '*�= �� -.� 12 elements contribute to the character of �� i3 the site. The National Park Service ---�°"�`�„�"�� 14 defines four types of cultural landscapes �ry`` ; 15 in Protecting Cultural Landscapes = -�' 16 Planning, Preservation Brief#36, and summarized below. 17 18 ■ Historic Designed Landscape 19 A landscape that was consciously designed by a landscape architect, 20 master gardener, or other design professional. 2t 22 ■ Historic Vernacular Landscape 23 An unplanned landscape that evolved over time. 24 25 ■ Historic Site 26 A landscape significant for its association with a specific event or person. 27 2s ■ Ethnographic Landscape 29 A cultural heritage resource such as a religious sacred site. 30 31 Property owners should identify any important landscape features that contribute 32 to their site's significance during the local landmark designation process. These 33 features should be preserved through regular maintenance and should be 34 protected in the event of future changes to the site, such as new buildings or new 35 landscaping. Significant vistas--the view of the building complex from a public 36 road--should have primary importance. Traditional vistas from within the property, 37 such as the view of outbuildings from the front porch or a scenic backdrop, should 38 also be preserved whenever possible. The Historic Preservation Commission 39 (HPC) encourages property owners with working farms to participate in the Local 4o Landmark Program. The HPC will work with farmers, individually, to develop 41 ways to update agricultural structures and construct new buildings without 42 destroying the historic character of their sites. (See also Standards for Working 43 Farms.) 44 45 When reviewing Certificate of Appropriateness applications the HPC will consider 46 the entire property, buildings and setting, and will refer to the original local 4� landmark application materials (often a National Register Nomination) to 4s determine "contributing" buildings and features. Contributing features may 49 include: 50 ■ walks 51 ■ paths 52 ■ roads 53 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 13 2z, 1 ■ vegetation, such as trees, shrubs, fields 2 ■ plant material 3 ■ landforms, such as terracing, berms, lights, fences, or benches 4 ■ decorative elements such as sculpture, statuary or monuments 5 ■ water features including fountains, streams, pools, or ponds or lakes, and 6 ■ subsurface archeological features, such as the foundation of a mill or an 7 early house, which are important in defining the history of the site. s 9 If a majority of the HPC determines that a building or feature initially identified in 10 the local landmark application materials as "non contributing" has, over the years, 11 become "contributing" in its own right, the HPC may vote to amend the �2 designation report. 13 14 15 DESIGN STANDARDS for Setting 16 17 II-A-1. Retain and preserve the historic relationship between contributing buildings and 1g site features. Avoid removing, relocating, or radically changing existing buildings i9 that contribute to the overall character of the site. 20 2i II-A-2. Maintain and protect the historic topography, significant views and vistas, 22 accessory structures, roads, walkways, fences, walls, and plantings. Avoid 23 removing, relocating, or radically changing existing landscape features (including 24 plants and grade) that contribute to the overall character of the site. 25 26 II-A-3. Maintain historic site features and plantings through appropriate methods. Seek 27 the advice of a professional to protect site features and plantings from damage 28 during or as a result of construction activities. 29 3o II-A-4. Repair deteriorated historic site features such as terraces, benches, fountains, 3 i and trellises through traditional methods of repair and with materials comparable 32 to the originals. 33 34 II-A-5. Replace significant plantings with new plantings that are identical or similar in 35 species. It is not appropriate to remove a healthy planting that is significant to the 36 overall historic character of the landmark site. 37 3s II-A-6. Locate new site features and plantings, if needed, in a manner that maintains or 39 enhances the overall character of the landmark. 40 4t 11-A-7. Illuminate site features and plantings, if desired, in a manner consistent with the 42 historic character of the landmark building and site. In general, the HPC will 43 discourage new lighting that does not serve a specific safety concern. 44 4s II-A-8. When introducing new plantings to a Local Landmark property consider the size 46 of the tree or plant at maturity. Vegetation can damage historic buildings if not 47 maintained properly. Avoid planting new trees or shrubbery too close to existing 4s buildings, or encouraging climbing plants such as ivy from covering exterior walls 49 or features--foundation plantings are not historically correct for structures built 50 before 1900. Consider also the mature size of specimen trees when planting new 51 trees near property boundaries or rights-of-way subject to utility company 52 trimming or other controls. (See also related Standards for Exterior Lighting.) 9/28/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 14 �� , . 1 B. WORKING FARMS 2 Fundamental to Orange County's preservation programs are respect for and 3 interest in protecting our rural heritage, particularly farms. Many local residents 4 living in the urban areas today value farms for their scenic qualities—the tended 5 land and clusters of older agricultural buildings. In order to preserve these scenic 6 vistas, as well as our agricultural legacy, farms need to remain active and profitable. � New farm equipment and metal outbuildings may not contribute to the "historic 8 farm" vision but are often necessary to make a farm viable. The Historic 9 Preservation Commission (HPC) recognizes the importance of new and upgraded 10 facilities in an increasingly challenging farm economy. At the same time, the HPC 11 continues to witness the loss of historic buildings in rural Orange County. 12 Agriculture and preservation can and should work hand-in-hand to preserve and 13 conserve cultural landscapes. :, . ' .� ` ' `'t, . , ; . � +, � ,��, � �� ` ; , ,'.. .: ' ' `.,. � � a {�., .. �1 r� .. �!' ti , � t. � �t,� � Ete. ,�, { �� .t� ��' ", .�;�`_ � ��,. . � � - _ :�:- _ �, �.� . . � � � �� _ ��-. _�. ., _ � .�. � r � �� . � - _ _ t � , �, t�i�+�•w��""� °«'�.�..�...�'.�`�:,.�.�.r� � ,,.,� �'�`' � � �- : - � � . ,. - � � ,.�, � .,,.�,�� - �.. ,.�-w-,- , � , . � _�s �.a• L` �� . � - b � „ _ �� r �� ' ' � � ,,.' �� `' �� . � :� � ��' �� ` � ' i ` � � , � �; �� i .� . . . � , _ 14 15 During the designation process, property owners should discuss ways to upgrade 16 existing buildings and/or potential locations for new buildings, without detracting 1� from the whole complex. Local Landmark Program boundaries for farms may be 18 delineated to include only the main house and historic building complex. This would 19 provide the farmer with more flexibility siting agricultural structures away from the 20 "historic areas" without compromising the character of the property. This 21 information will be included in the landmark file for future use when considering 22 Certificates of Appropriateness. 23 24 25 DESIGN STANDARDS for Working Farms 26 27 11-B-1. Maintain and renovate older agricultural buildings. 28 29 11-B-2. Reuse older agricultural buildings. 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 15 ��, 1 2 II-B-3. Replace/demolish agricultural buildings only when no other feasible options remain. 3 4 II-B-4. Use care when locating new agricultural buildings onto a historic property to limit ', 5 the visual impact on the scenic farmscape. � 6 � II-B-5. New agricultural buildings should be visibly compatible with surrounding structures, 8 particularly contributing structures, whenever possible. While the HPC will be much 9 more flexible in their review and approval of agricultural buildings for active farms, 10 the HPC will still consider design elements such as roof-type, building materials, 11 size and scale. Applicants should familiarize themselves with the design concepts 12 outlined in this manual. 13 14 II-B-6. When new pre-fabricated or metal buildings are the only feasible structures for the 15 agricultural use, select a building color that will reduce the building's visual impact 16 on the property. (See related standards for Outbuildings and Accessory Structures, 17 Historic Buildings (Maintenance & Exterior Changes) and Introducing New Buildings 18 to a Landmark Property.) 19 9/28/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards �g �� , 1 C. OUTBUILDINGS and ACCESSORY STRUCTURES 2 Until the mid-twentieth century, most rural properties consisted of a main dwelling 3 unit surrounded by specialized outbuildings for domestic or agricultural tasks. 4 Separate kitchen structures, barns, storage sheds, dairies, smokehouses, etc. are 5 vital to our understanding the historic and architectural context of a designated 6 landmark. Routine maintenance, traditional repair, and selective replacement of � deteriorated or missing features for contributing outbuildings and accessory g structures should follow the same guidelines as those for main landmark buildings. 9 , — - �•�r,,,�'., ,�.'�'M';�. � � �'' ..� ��, - �`•` ;.;� 10 ��-✓..�„ ,�� ,�.�,�',,�,�,�„ . - ,�—, �,� � .~�„ � �. "'"�-��-"fi`��-��'`�' �,, �.�. ,.a -, 11 . ��- � . 4 * � ,, - ,� '^° r�. �� _ -.��w�i 12 � " `"_ � . ,, � �� ; � q p ui. � �iin �� '!i� � , �I 13 ` " �' '' �' � � u� ��, .... �,�k,��v� _ . � . _ : �- ^ _ � t .- '` ,I .� , � a � � , , , , �,��».�t°<,:.�.w,rw:.ai, i� ;,� � 14 ; -, �� ,� - ,,�� ; � ` - � � � 15 �� 16 i7 In most cases new accessory structures should be placed on the site in their 18 traditional locations, particularly if the new building is a reproduction of the original 19 structure or is very similar in size and appearance to the original structure. New 2o buildings that are not reproductions should be visually compatible with the existing 21 building complex, particularly from a distance. New buildings should never detract 22 from or compete with a contributing house or outbuilding complex due to size or 23 design. 24 Special care should be used when positioning a new outbuilding near a significant 25 outbuilding or building cluster. If a new agricultural building must look significantly 26 different from surrounding structures—in terms of color, construction technique or 2� material, size or scale in order to function, it may be more appropriate to locate the 28 new structure away from the existing buildings to maintain the integrity of the 29 original building complex. (See also Standards for Introducing Buildings to a 3o Landmark Property.) 31 32 DESIGN STANDARDS for Outbuildings and Accessory Structures 33 34 II-C-1. Retain and preserve outbuildings and accessory structures such as smokehouses, 35 dairies, washhouses, barns, storage bins, and sheds that contribute to the historic 36 character of the site. 37 38 11-C-2. Maintain and protect historic outbuildings and accessory structures and their 39 distinctive features and details. Repair deteriorated or damaged outbuildings and 4o accessory structures and their character-defining features, elements, and details 41 using like materials. Repair work may require traditional construction methods, 42 such as the use of hand tools, to retain the integrity and authentic appearance of 43 the historic building or building feature. 44 45 II-C-3. Replace any missing or deteriorated element of contributing outbuildings or 46 accessory structures to match the original in design, material, dimension, and detail. 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 17 '24, 1 Replace only the deteriorated portion or detail of a feature rather than the entire 2 feature, whenever possible. When considering the use of substitute materials, 3 please contact Orange County Historic Preservation staff before completing your 4 design proposal to ensure compatibility. 5 6 II-C-4. Reproduce contributing outbuildings that are deteriorated beyond repair with new � designs based on accurate documentation, or replace with new designs that are 8 compatible in scale and proportion, form and materials, and detail and finish, with '� 9 other secondary structures on the site and the main dwelling. New buildings that 10 replicate deteriorated structures should appear authentic from a distance but should 11 maintain sufficient subtle differences to reveal their true date of construction. 12 13 II-C-5. Design and construct new outbuildings and accessory buildings in a way that 14 retains the historic character of the site. Consider the compatibility of a proposed is structure in terms of location, scale and proportion, form and materials, and detail 16 and finish. New construction should not duplicate historic buildings but should 17 complement Orange County's architectural traditions. is 9/28/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards �g L�.�. 1 D. FENCES and WALLS ��.. 2 Fences and walls are often important to the historical �� `" 3 context of landmark sites. Wood, cast iron and � �,''� E 4 wrought iron are traditional materials used in fence � �� , �� i�, � �� { ,. ��„�`�..: 5 construction; brick, stone, stucco, and concrete are � ` d �. � � 6 common wall materials. Historically the design and � -: �m " ' `� 7 detailing of fences and walls were often related to their ��` : ��-,� ,� 8 purpose and sometimes stylistically related to the ,°�°"� 9 landmark building. Distinctive gates and corner posts '� � �'�� .�4 � .<:; 10 often added further detail and ornamentation to historic �, ;�:.' 1 i fences and walls. � 12 �4 ,�;* . , � v�# 13 The preservation of historic fences and walls requires �� ' � ` � 14 r o u t i n e m a i n t e n a n c e a n d repair, appropria te for t heir � �� "` � � 15 material and finish. Refer to the Historic Buildings (Maintenance & Exterior 16 Changes) section for guidance on material maintenance. Placement of fences or 17 walls should reflect an understanding of the visual and spatial character of the 18 landmark site and reinforce previously established site divisions or property 19 boundaries. Similarly, the design and material choices should be compatible with 2o the historic and architectural character of the landmark building and site. 21 22 23 DESIGN STANDARDS for Fences &Walls 24 25 II-D-1. Retain and preserve contributing fences and walls including their original material, 26 decorative and functional detailing, height and configuration. 27 28 II-D-2. Maintain and protect the surfaces, features, and details of fences and walls through 29 appropriate methods. Repair deteriorated or damaged surfaces and features using 3o traditional methods. Repaint painted fences and walls to extend useful life. 31 32 It-D-3. Replace deteriorated or damaged features of historic fences or walls to match 33 original in size, shape, material, dimension, pattern, texture, color and detail. 34 Replace only the deteriorated portion or detail of a feature rather than the entire 35 feature whenever possible. 36 3� II-D-4. Replace a missing historic fence or wall feature with a new feature based upon 3s accurate documentation of the original or with a new design compatible with the 39 landmark building and site in configuration, scale, height, material and detail. 40 41 II-D-5. Introduce new fences and walls only in locations and configurations that are 42 consistent with the character of the landmark building and site. Construct new 43 fences and walls of traditional materials in designs compatible with the landmark 44 building and site in scale, material, height, and detail. The HPC discourages the 45 use of synthetic material such as vinyl fencing. If vinyl fencing is the only feasible 46 alternative, consider using wood fencing along the public right-of-ways and the 47 same type of fencing in vinyl along the remaining property lines. 48 49 II-D-6. Introduce utilitarian fences (such as chain link or electric) and walls, if necessary, so only in locations that will not diminish the overall historic character of the landmark 51 building and site. 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standaids 19 G� 1 E. WALKWAYS, DRIVEWAYS and ON-SITE PARKING 2 Historic circulation patterns can be particularly significant to rural properties. 3 Entrance drives control the visitor's perception of the main house, and on larger 4 properties this controlled view was often carefully planned by the owner to make a 5 statement. Internal farm roads can likewise impact the arrangement of the site as 6 much as formal walkways in designed gardens. These travelways should be 7 respected and preserved whenever possible. 8 9 With the increase in the number of automobiles, there is a temptation to pave a 10 significant amount of area near the main house. Vehicular parking should be 11 minimized and discretely located. t 2 �,� .� �- �� . �� .: ga�. �� 13 �� _ �� . � � 14 ��:: �� ° °��;, ,�,�, � � �"� 15 ��._ ��;: 16 � � � � �' =ror 18 '� �� '�„ .�� 19 .,�,,� ' � ��, .. �- 20 � �f s � ' � ��,, , �� ' �_ � � e�. ; �* � ��" } y� 21 � ^�` � .��^-. .. � . a �. F , . � 22 �° � �� 23 �p � ' �. ,. ,:�� .: � �°� 24 �. :� 25 � ° °' � �- ;�.� " � �� ,'r '� '�.� 26 . �`� `� .� . �� k� � ,� 27 � � �� . 28 29 DESIGN STANDARDS for Walkways, Driveways and On-Site Parking 30 31 II-E-1. Retain and preserve walkways, driveways, and parking areas that are significant in 32 defining the overall historic character of the site including their width, configuration, 33 scale, materials, curbing and related plantings. 34 35 II-E-2. Repair deteriorated or damaged walkways, driveways, and parking areas through 36 traditional methods of repair. 37 3s II-E-3. Replace deteriorated or damaged features of walkways, driveways or parking areas 39 with materials that are compatible in appearance, color and texture. Replace only 4o the deteriorated portion or detail of a feature rather than the entire feature, 41 whenever possible. 42 43 II-E-4. Introduce new walkways, driveways, or parking areas, if necessary, in unobtrusive 44 locations that do not compromise character-defining elevations or important site 45 features or views. 46 47 II-E-5. Protect mature vegetation and significant site features from damage caused by the 4s construction of new walkways, driveways and parking areas. 49 50 11-E-6. Illuminate walkways, driveways, and parking areas in a manner consistent with the 51 historic character of the site. (See also related Standards for Exterior Lighting.) 9/27/2010 Draff Orange County Design Standards 20 .; _, i F. CEMETERIES and ARCHAEOLOGICAL FEATURES 2 Like other distinctive site features of a landmark property, the visual character of a 3 cemetery and its historic link to the site should be preserved. For the protection, 4 maintenance, and repair of cemeteries follow the guidelines for the respective 5 materials and features. (See list of contacts for state regulations regarding 6 cemeteries, in Appendix F.) 7 Archaeological features may include foundation stones or pier supports from previous building features, old wells, cisterns, privies, walkways or refuse piles. Analysis of � �� archaeological features and artifacts found at historic sites j ` =�, � can often yield information about the past inhabitants that , * � = '" ; is not obtainable from written records. The best way to j � ° preserve archaeological resources is to leave them ' undisturbed. Whenever site terrain is altered through � � � �' ��"�`°�� ` "°��= grading, excavation, or new construction, archaeological 17 resources are endangered. A professional archaeologist can assist in determining 18 whether a proposed site change will disturb significant archaeological resources. 19 20 21 DESIGN STANDARDS for Cemeteries and Archaeological Features 22 23 II-F-1. Retain and preserve historic cemeteries including any visual characteristics of the 24 cemetery, such as a stone wall, that contribute to the overall historic character of 25 the landmark site. 26 2� II-F-2. Maintain and protect cemetery features through traditional methods of repair and 28 appropriate pruning of plantings. Repair deteriorated cemetery site features 29 through traditional methods of repair and appropriate pruning of plantings. 30 31 II-F-3. Replace deteriorated or missing cemetery site features such as benches, fences, 32 walls, grave markers, pathways, and plantings with new features that are 33 compatible with the historic character of the cemetery and the landmark site. 34 (Applicants should have documentation to authenticate missing features.) 35 36 II-F-4. Locate new site features and planting in ways that maintain or enhance the historic 3� character of the cemetery and the landmark site. 38 39 II-F-5. Preserve and protect all known cemeteries and archaeological resources on the 4o property from construction and yard work. Reduce potential damage to known and 41 unknown archaeological resources by minimizing site disturbances and changes 42 that impact site terrain. It is not appropriate to use heavy machinery or equipment 43 on sites as doing so may damage important archaeological resources. (It is illegal 44 to disturb a known cemetery.) 45 46 II-F-6. Prior to site changes, survey and record the site, using professional archaeologists 4� and contemporary archaeological methods, to determine the potential impact of 48 disturbances on any known or unknown archaeological resources. 49 so II-F-7. Record archaeological evidence that is uncovered during site work if the resources 5t cannot be preserved in place. 9/27/2010 nraft Orange County Design Standards 21 1 G. EXTERtOR LIGHTING 2 Exterior lighting can provide a particular � 3 challenge to loca! landmark owners. Original � ! 4 lighting fixtures should always be preserved and :�` -��J 5 if functional used. Often, however, early fixtures �" � , 6 no longer work or are missing altogether. While it . � ' 7 can be difficult to bring older fixtures up to current ' s code requirements, it can also be difficult to ; 9 introduce new fixtures or to supplement existing :. ; � � ��{� 10 units to provide more lighting in a sensitive u�' �� f ' � �� manner. �� ni : - - - � 12 _�`� -��__ � � - �3 When selecting new lighting fixtures chose simple �, �--� �� " t4 visually compatibie designs that do not detract or " �' � :� �-.a . '�� ;;; 15 distract from the landmark property. Consider 16 period fixtures only if they are consistent with the landmark's architectural character. 17 Do not install antique or new (vintage design) lamps that predate the site. Select 18 fixtures that provide the least amount of light needed. Avoid excessive wattage and 19 lamps that scatter light over a large area. Use time controlled units such as timers 20 or motion detector fixtures whenever possible. 21 22 23 DESIGN STANDARDS for Exterior Lighting 24 25 II-G-1. Retain and preserve exterior lighting fixtures that contribute to the overall historic 26 character of the site. 27 28 II-G-2. Replace damaged, deteriorated, or missing exterior lighting fixtures with new 29 fixtures that are either similar to the original in material, appearance, detail, and 3o scale or compatible with the historic landmark and site in material, appearance, and 31 scale (particularly the main dwelling). 32 33 II-G-3. Introduce and locate new exterior lighting that does not detract from the historic 34 character of the site. Use the least amount of lighting needed for the use. Check 3s with Orange County Planning Staff to ensure that any lighting proposals comply 36 with zoning regulations. 37 y/27/20 f U Uraft Orange County Design Standards 22 �/. t H. SIGNAGE 2 Adding signage to a commercial or 3 institutional fa�ade is appropriate if the 4 elevation was designed to incorporate a � �. 5 sign. New signage should always 6 enhance the building's architectural �� character and should never be mounted 8 on a fa ade that conceals or dama es } � �+�'� j � ;.r. � 9 . .:: �, � ,;��" , • 9 features. Graphics screened onto �?�''�� , �� l0 display windows or awnings valances _ x- � ,�,� 11 still remain popular alternatives to more •{;e,, � � `� �� 12 permanent applications. New si gns and � ___ 13 their posts or bases should be compatible with the landmark property in materials, 14 scale, design, color, and location. The location of new signs should take into 15 account the visual character of the landmark property as well as visibility of the sign 16 for the intended audience. 17 18 Property owners should contact Orange County Planning Staff to review 19 appropriate sign regulations and permit fees. 20 21 22 DESIGN STANDARDS for Signage 23 24 II-H-1. Retain and preserve historic signage, including its design and color. 25 26 II-H-2. Replace missing, deteriorated, or damaged signs with new signs that are 27 compatible with the character of the property in scale, material, design, and color. 28 29 II-H-3. Minimize the quantity of new signage and locate signage so it does not diminish the 3o architectural or historic character of the landmark building, structure or site. 31 32 II-H-4. Illuminate new signage in a manner consistent with the historic character of the 33 landmark building and site. (See related Standards for Exterior Lighting.) 34 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 23 r�i 1 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 24 �� : i III. Historic Buildings (Maintenance and Exterior Changes) 2 3 These design standards are intended to assist property owners and HPC members to 4 identify the elements that make Local Landmark properties significant and to provide 5 directions for protecting those elements. The HPC will focus on exterior changes to 6 buildings and contributing natural or landscape features on individual local landmark 7 properties or in local historic districts.4 This section targets three key elements of design 8 review for historic properties: 9 ■ how to maintain a building's historic fabric; io ■ how to modify the exterior of a Local Landmark building for an addition or update 11 without destroying its character; and 12 ■ how to attach a new addition to an existing building in a way that leaves the 13 original structure intact and allows for the new section to be removed at a future 14 date (reversibility). 1s 16 A. GENERAL MAINTENANCE 17 Property owners are ` � t_��, �, expected to maintain the � .�_ buildings on individual ' Local Landmark properties �� or within Local Historic ~"' Districts particularly buildings identified as "contributing" in the �:_. .- - - �� y�� ;�� ;� �� . application materials ; - ,� prepared as part of the �=`� �k � � � designation process. 4 � �� ;� �� ,�:-�'� ��.�n;��_ �.� � �� . . 3�� Building elements should y��a ��°��,,,,� �� ;. � ° �;�,._. --= be maintained and � ` " �' °'"'"��'" - repaired in a good 32 workmanship manner using traditional methods. Proper maintenance includes 33 routine inspections of the uninhabited areas as well as the living spaces. Attic 34 and crawlspace areas should be insulated and ventilated. Most maintenance 3s work can be completed with staff approval; however, large-scale projects or 36 substantial renovations will be subject to the formal Certificate of Appropriateness 3� (COA) process. The COA application should describe the proposed work and 3s specify the proposed construction methods to complete the work. Certain 39 techniques that are known to be detrimental to historic buildings, such as the use 40 of grinders for paint removal and sand blasting for masonry cleaning, should not 41 be used. Exterior surfaces such as wood siding and metal roofing, which are a2 traditionally painted, should be repainted in regular intervals usually from seven to 43 ten years. Painted surFaces should be properly prepared prior to the application 44 of new paint. Heat guns and other paint removing apparatus should be used with 45 care and proper ventilation to prevent risk of fire damage. Depending on the date 46 of the existing paint, homeowners may need to utilize lead paint abatement 47 practices. (Contact the State Historic Preservation Office Restoration Branch, 48 listed in Appendix F, for more information about lead paint removal.) 49 4 The HPC will typically limit its review to exterior features, but may comment on changes to interior features when the property owner authorized such review to the HPC during the Local Landmark designation process. 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 25 3�r. 1 Property owners should always contact preservation staff prior to demolishing (or 2 deconstructing) any building on an individual Local Landmark or within a Local 3 Historic District. (Owners may also need to obtain a demolition permit from the 4 Inspections Division of the Planning and Inspections Department.) Buildings 5 originally identified as "non-contributing" buildings may have achieved contributing 6 status since the time of designation. The destruction of any building, particularly a 7 "contributing" building, due to neglect may result in the loss of designation status. 8 A property may be removed from the local landmark or local historic district 9 program if the owner compromises its architectural character and/or historic lo significance. 11 (See related section and Standards for Demolition.) 12 14 ��,�` ��" '�� > . ��,;,.��s�'� �'�'' �,w�'� � �� # �� 15 ��`' �',� �. �� ;�"� 16 y , _"�";�.''g� � �� 7 °� ,, . � �„.. �,� � r � „ � . , 11 �� 'a {' r�-� '�� {r 1 t4 z( �� , \C ��s � '•.. .. i�. , . , -, 19 � . „ ... _ .. a ..� o. t ...� r = '" �""�'- .. 2� > _y �«.,� , - , . � � 2,1 �; ..�:. . . ' . �� ,.,,._,,. -,� .. I 23 �'"" � • _ �... �� "?� �'��,��.�' � -- ;� 24 � �. %�'.� - - � � s, �� 25 �� '_�° 26 y ' ��'��, '�} `� 27 �*� - �� 28 29 3o DESIGN STANDARDS for General Maintenance 31 32 III-A-1. All buildings located within designated landmark properties should be maintained 33 properly. (See Section B Materials: Wood, Masonry, Architectural Metals, and 34 Roofing for more information about the appropriate techniques for different 35 building elements.) 36 37 III-A-2. Trees and vegetation surrounding local landmark buildings should be trimmed 3s and pruned as necessary to prevent long-term damage to adjacent structures. 39 Root systems can be particulariy damaging to foundations as well as being 4o histarically inappropriate. Foundation piantings are not historically accurate for 41 structures built before 1900. Any type of tree or vegetation near electrical lines 42 should also be regularly trimmed. 43 44 45 B. MATERIALS: WOOD, MASONRY, ARCHITECTURAL METALS, AND ROOFING 46 47 WOOD 4s Historically, wood--both as a structural and a decorative element--was the most 49 commonly used building material in Orange County. It can be used for a number 50 of building materials including, weatherboards, shingles, chamfered or turned 51 porch posts, milled window sashes and paneled doors. It is important for wood 52 features and surfaces to be preserved and maintained properly and appropriately. 53 9/27/2090 Dratt Orange County Design Standards 26 �r 1 The HPC typically recommends the use of traditional materials for in-kind repairs 2 and selective part replacement. However, since old growth southern yellow pine 3 is no longer readily available, the HPC recommends the use of western red cedar, 4 slow growth cypress, pressure treated redried pine, redwood and juniper, for s exterior use. These species are more resistant for exterior use. Pressboard type 6 products, such as masonite, are not suitable for exterior use in Orange County 7 due to the humid climate. s 9 l0 DESIGN STANDARDS for Wood 11 12 III-B-1. Retain and preserve historic wood fabric such as siding, trim and details, and t3 wood features that are significant in defining the overall historic character of a 14 contributing building, structure, or site. 15 16 III-B-2. Maintain and protect wood features and surfaces with appropriate methods, 1� always using the gentlest effective method. Regular maintenance should include 18 termite inspection and/or treatment. 19 2o III-B-3. Repair deteriorated or damaged wood features through traditional patching (best 21 method), consolidating with epoxy (frequently acceptable) or reinforcing by other 22 accepted preservation methods. 23 24 III-B-4. Replace deteriorated or damaged wood features, if necessary, to match the 25 original in design, material, dimension, and detail. Replace only the deteriorated 26 portion or detail of a feature rather than the entire feature whenever possible. It is 2� not appropriate to replace or cover wooden features such as siding, trim, or 2s window sash with contemporary substitute materials such as vinyl, masonite, or 29 aluminum. In most cases, the HPC will deny requests to do so. Covering original 3o fabric with substitute synthetic materials can trap moisture within the wall surface, 31 produce mold and damage the inner layers of siding—and eventually the wall 32 framing system. 33 34 III-B-S. Replace a missing wood feature with a new feature based upon accurate 35 documentation of the original or a new design compatible with the scale, size, 36 material, and color of the local landmark building. It is not appropriate to 3� introduce wood features or details to a local landmark building in an effort to 38 create a false historic appearance. �, 39 I 4o III-B-6. Most wood buildings should be protected with paint or clear wood preservative to 41 protect the material from exposure to weather. The HPC does not regulate paint 42 colors, but recommends the use of quality paint products in traditional colors. 43 44 45 Masonry 46 Many historic buildings were constructed with masonry structural components and 47 decorative elements. Brick, stone, stucco, concrete, and tiles are common 48 historic building materials that may be found in local landmark buildings. Typical 49 masonry features include foundations, walls, chimneys, lintels, sills, parapets, so steps, and walkways. Whatever the application, masonry materials by their 51 nature introduce texture, pattern, and color. Because of its importance, masonry 52 surfaces and features should be maintained and repaired properly. 53 y/27/2010 Drafi Orange County Design Standards 27 J; �,.'".i%, 1 Masonry products, particularly brick, have a harder (weather protecting) layer on 2 the exterior from the firing process. When repairing or cleaning masonry surfaces 3 use care to ensure the protection of that exterior surface. Abrasive treatments, 4 such as sandblasting and using grinders can erode the outer layer, leaving the 5 masonry unit much more vulnerable to exterior elements, particularly wind and 6 rain, and deterioration. 7 s The selection of mortar for masonry work is equally 4 � - T �}� 9 important. Traditionally, mortar was designed as ��§� �# '�`` ��R'°'� ' � lo the "soft" binding agent that provided adhesion and �: . ��t� �� 11 cushion to the masonry unit. Mortar was designed ��,;�� 12 to fail and be replaced regularly through repointing. �� . 13 Repairs to historic masonry, brick in particular, �� -�� 14 should involve the use of a mortar with a high : � ,r,:..,-�"� � � 15 concentration of hydrated lime to ensure that the N�� ,�� ` s 16 new mortar is softer than the historic brick. - �� -� �. ��. 1� Contemporary Portland Cement products are much � �"" 1s harder than lime-based mortar. Repairs to historic �Kr� t� � � �� 19 masonry using mortar with a high Portland Cement � �� 2o content will create a masonry wall where the mortar • � �,} 21 is harder than the brick—a situation that will cause 22 the bricks to fail rather than the mortar. 23 24 25 DESIGN STANDARDS for Masonry 26 2� III-B-7. Retain and preserve masonry features such as brick, stone, concrete, terracotta, 28 and stucco that are significant in defining the overall historic character of a local 29 landmark building structure or site. 30 31 III-B-8. Maintain and protect masonry features and surfaces by appropriate methods. 32 Test any proposed cleaning or paint-removing technique well in advance on an 33 inconspicuous sample area. It is not appropriate to use destructive cleaning 34 techniques such as sandblasting, power washing, or high-pressure water blasting 35 on historic masonry surfaces. Only use chemical cleaners if gentler methods like 36 low-pressure washing are ineffective, and then only under the supervision of the 37 HPC. 38 39 tll-B-9. It is not appropriate to parge, paint or coat an unpainted masonry surface if it was 4o not parged, painted or coated historically. Repaint previously painted masonry 4i surfaces in traditional colors--appropriate to the historic character of the property. 42 43 III-B-10. Repair deteriorated or damaged masonry surfaces and features through 44 traditional methods for consolidating, piecing-in, or patching. Repoint masonry 45 mortar joints if the mortar is cracked, deteriorated, or missing or if moisture 46 penetration of the masonry surface is evident. Prior to repointing, use hand tools 47 to carefully remove loose and deteriorated mortar. Do not use grinders or circular 4s saw blades for joint removal. Replace mortar with new mortar to match the 49 original in composition, strength, color, and texture. Duplicate the width and 5o profile of the original mortar joints. It is not appropriate to substitute modern 51 coatings such as water repellents for repointing or repairing historic masonry. 52 Consider such coatings only if traditional repair techniques fail to eliminate 53 moisture problems. 54 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 28 i III-B-11. Replace deteriorated or damaged masonry features, if necessary, to match the 2 original in design, material, dimension, and detail. Replace only the deteriorated 3 portion or detail of a feature rather than the entire feature whenever possible. 4 5 III-B-12. Replace a missing masonry feature with a new feature based upon accurate 6 documentation of the original or a new design compatible with the scale, size, 7 material, and color of the local landmark building. 8 9 III-B-13. It is not appropriate to introduce new masonry features, such as a large temple- to front porch or details to a building, on a designated property, in an effort to create 1 i a false historic appearance. 12 13 14 Architectural Metals 15 Architectural metals including copper, .,,,,, . .1... g f^r. 16 bronze, brass, tin, steel, cast iron, � _ 17 wrought iron, aluminum, and stainless �` �� ."�u � ��-�� 1g steel are diverse in their properties and � ,� , � `� � 19 may be wrought, cast, pressed, rolled, or •�;, �-�f � :�� 2o extruded. Maintenance and procedures - ;.� " � 21 for architectural metal include: '�` 22 ■ Routine inspection for evidence of .�„ 23 rust, corrosion, galvanic action, 24 structural failure or weakness. � `- 2s ■ Provide proper drainage to prevent _ 26 standing water. 2� ■ Keep metal roofs and gutters free of debris and leaves. 2s ■ Retain protective coatings such as lacquers or paints to prevent corrosion. 29 ■ Clean surface to remove corrosion or to prepare for recoating or repainting 3o using the gentlest effective method. 31 ■ Recoat or repaint metal surfaces as needed to prevent corrosion. 32 33 34 DESIGN STANDARDS for Architectural Metals 35 36 III-B-14. Retain and preserve architectural metals, metallic features and surFaces, as well 3� as their form, pattern, detail, color and texture, through appropriate methods. 38 39 III-B-15. Clean soft metals with chemical cleaning solutions using the least intrusive 4o method. Test first to assure that they do not damage the metal or its finish. Do 41 not clean soft metal surfaces with harsh abrasive methods. 42 43 III-B-16. Repaint architectural metal surfaces, when needed, using paint that is appropriate 44 for the use. (Staff can provide guidance as necessary.) 45 46 III-B-17. Repair deteriorated or damaged architectural surfaces and features using 47 traditional methods for reinforcing, splicing, or patching. 48 49 III-B-18. Replace deteriorated or damaged architectural metal only if necessary. Match so the original design, material, dimension, and detail. Replace only the deteriorated 51 portion or detail rather than the entire feature whenever possible. Consider 52 compatible substitute material only if using the original material is technically not 53 feasible. 54 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 29 �}�. 1 III-B-19. Replace a missing architectural metal feature with a new feature based upon 2 accurate documentation of the original or a new design compatible with the scale, 3 size, material, and color of the building on the local landmark property. 4 5 I 6 Roofing 7 Roof material is another important �,` =�,�''�� 8 character-defining element. Wood �'E� �l�- 9 shingles, while probably the most .i'� �=_-� : lo common early roofing material, may � ��,: - �.-__ .� 11 present fire concerns for some rural l,l--- �� 12 residents. Metal roofing is a historic � _ _-�� 13 roofing material, which is particularly �� ' ��---'"'� ` ; 14 suitable for rural properties since it does �, i 15 not have the associated fire risks of ;' �4 �`; �� . 16 wood. A properly painted metal roof � � �� i 17 should last for generations. Slate �g roofing, a popular treatment during the Victorian Period, never gained widespread 19 use in Orange County. However, efforts should be made to preserve slate roofing 2o where it exists, since a properly maintained slate roof will outlive its asphalt 21 counterpart. The HPC discourages property owners from re-roofing contributing 22 buildings with asphalt shingles when information about their historic roofing 23 material is available, unless the additional expense of another material would 24 cause undue hardship for the owner. 25 26 2� DESIGN STANDARDS for Roofing 28 29 III-B-20. The original roof material should be preserved whenever possible. 30 31 III-B-21. Roof trim (fascia, soffit etc.) should be maintained and preserved. Necessary 32 repairs should be made using the same materials and the same pattern as the 33 original detail. 34 35 III-B-22. Roof material on new additions should be compatible with existing roofs in 36 material, type, color, etc. 37 38 39 C. ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS & DESIGN 4o Exterior details, such as molding and trim, provide a lot of information about how 41 and when a building was constructed. The size and spacing of the windows as 42 well as the light pattern (number of window panes in the sash i.e., six-over-six, 43 four-over-one, etc.) provide information about the period of construction and 44 contribute to the overall appearance of the building's elevation. A two-story house 45 with five large two-over-two windows per floor will have a very different 46 appearance or feel than the same two-story house with two small six-over-six 4� windows per floor. 48 49 When considering an addition or modification to a historic elevation analyze what 5o already exists. Once the key elements of the Local Landmark building are 51 identified and defined, design a new addition that is visually compatible. The 52 following section of the guidelines focuses on some of the specific elements that 53 give a historic building its character: 54 ■ Size and Scale 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 30 3 v>�� i ■ Proportion and Rhythm 2 ■ Windows and Doors 3 ■ Rooflines and Other Important Visual Features 4 5 5 Size and Scale � One of the main differences between design review for rural landmarks and s design review for urban districts is the effect of distance. Historic houses in rural 9 areas are often viewed from a public road some distance from the actual building. lo The overall visual impression of the main building or building complex may be 11 linked more to its size and scale than to its specific details or individual features. 12 Houses can be readily identified by their height (one story, two stories, etc.), their 13 scale, (large, small, sprawling, compact, etc.) roof type, (hip, gable, etc.) and 14 other principal features such as a front porch or a large chimney. 15 ,. . 16 ;a,�; � � � i.�{ �:. 1g �^�� j��; 4�� j' .' y `, 1 7 �f�� "m� �y�� 'i 4 , V � y�'t��(�'4�� 20 _ "` �� ,��a` "` �• �` ,.. � r k F 21 �� e�,, � °r� •�*` "i;�� .✓„ �� ' ��, � � v 22 � �, ,�� , � r „ , ti. � � t - � , � 23 `� ' �•- �' + , W � ,. a , a-- �i c¢` � - :.:• 24 ,r�.* � ° �. � . : „ . , . 25 ' , � �� v�x�. `",� 26 �:,,�.'`��'�. �° �.� 3� .�.... �� . 27 � ' ° ,� 28 ° '_ „.:�� : y._ _ �� . E , �- �• -__...; . ,�._;s.-,��:. 29 3o When reviewing a proposed change to a building on a designated property (local 31 landmark or local historic district), the Orange County Historic Preservation 32 Commission considers how the change impacts the overall visual effect of the 33 building. For example, if the main house of a designated property consists of a 34 large two-story front block and a small one-story rear ell, an application to enlarge 35 the ell to three stories would probably be denied. The proposal would make the , 36 secondary section of the building appear larger and more important than the i 3� fa�ade or front elevation. 38 39 Unless the project is part of a museum-quality reproduction, preservationists 4o usually try to design additions that are visually compatible to earlier sections of 41 the building but clearly of a different time. Three design tools are commonly used 42 to achieve this. 43 1) The addition is connected to the original building using a "hyphen" or 44 breezeway to visually (and physically) separate the two units. 45 2) The addition is setback from the front wall plane of the original building. This 46 approach usually makes the addition appear secondary to the original 47 building. 4s 3) The addition is finished using different materials from the original building. For 49 example, if the main building is constructed of stone the addition may be 5o covered in wood siding. The details or trim work should be simpler than the 51 trim on the original building. 52 53 The building footprint is another component of scale—essentially what the 54 building looks like from the air looking down (an aerial view). The footprint of an 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 31 .'.:C°l 1 addition or new wing should not dwarf the footprint of an existing building. Adding 2 a new family room to an existing 2500 square foot two-story historic house may 3 not seem like a substantial addition. However, if the new room is completely 4 encircled by a deep porch the building footprint may have grown considerably. i 5 Depending on its location and detailing the addition may appear to be more � 6 noticeable and more important than the original building. Alterations or new � additions should always appear secondary to the original core structure. 8 9 The relationship between the various supporting buildings or outbuildings on the 10 site is also important. Often the character of the designated property is enhanced 11 by the presence of surrounding small outbuildings, such as a smokehouse, dairy 12 and well house. The construction of a large outbuilding in the immediate area (for 13 example, a new two-story, multi-bay garage) would negatively affect the existing 14 cluster. 15 16 Topography and natural features can be utilized to help hide new construction. A 17 new addition or detached building can be constructed with a lower elevation than 1s the existing historic building so that the new construction appears "sunk down" 19 and is less dominating on the site. New buildings can also be partially hidden 2o behind small hills or established tree lines. (See related Standards for Introducing 21 New Buildings to a Landmark Property.) 22 23 24 DESIGN STANDARDS for Size and Scale 25 26 III-C-1. Maintain the size and scale of all contributing buildings, especially the main 2� house. While constructing an addition will increase the size of a building, the 28 addition should not dwarf the older portions of the building or be so dominant that 29 the building takes on an entirely different character. 30 31 III-C-2. The proposal for any new addition should incorporate one or more of the three 32 common design tools: a connecting breezeway, an elevation setback, or a change 33 of materials. 34 35 III-C-3. Maintain the relationship between the contributing buildings. Contributing 36 buildings described in the designation materials should not become 3� overshadowed by new buildings, existing non-contributing buildings, or enlarged 38 contributing buildings, which were originally small. 39 40 41 Proportion and Rhythm 42 The repetition of building elements forms a pattern often referred to as "rhythm." 43 The placement of architectural components such as windows and doors can 44 create a sense of rhythm within a single building. For instance: a symmetrical 45 fa�ade containing identical windows equally spaced looks very different from an 46 asymmetrical fa�ade containing windows of different sizes in a haphazard 4� arrangement. Log buildings often have very small, almost square windows, 4s particularly in the upper levels; Federal, Greek Revival and Italianate houses often 49 have heavy window molding and window sills. Late-nineteenth century to early- 5o twentieth century I-houses tend to have large windows. All of these features s 1 provide important information about the history of the building and contribute to its 52 overall proportion and rhythm. 53 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 32 y/. 1 Projecting elements such as porches, covered stoops, or even bay windows can 2 also produce a repetitious or rhythmic quality to a building elevation. Most of 3 Orange County's vernacular houses have (or had) a front porch. The front porch a and the front entrance door typically received the most decoration and served as 5 the building's focal point. Such porches were carefully proportioned to 6 complement the main house—not to overpower it. Similarly, additions to the main 7 house were built with complementary proportion—but diminished scale—so that s the overall proportion of the house was in balance. 9 10 The decorative treatment of the porch—the supporting posts or columns, the trim 11 around the roofline—reflect the style of the house and its period of construction. 12 These important features should be preserved. Curved wood columns are often 13 replaced with straight metal units. Decorative sawn details such as spindles and 14 brackets are frequently removed, or can be hidden behind replacement siding 15 (vinyl or aluminum). Proposals to fully enclose (not screen or glass but to frame 16 with a solid wall) a front porch and/or proposals to relocate the front door from the i7 fa�ade to a side elevation will likely be denied by the HPC. 1s i9 Additions to existing buildings that complement the proportions and spacing of the 2o core structure and blend harmoniously with adjacent buildings are encouraged. 2i New designs should respect the materials, architectural elements, and 22 proportions of existing structures on the property. 23 24 25 DESIGN STANDARDS for Proportion and Rhythm 26 2� III-C-4. The combination of projecting and recessed features such as porches, doors and 2s windows creates a sense of rhythm that should be maintained. 29 3o III-C-5. New additions should complement the proportion and rhythm of the existing 31 building. 32 33 III-C-6. Front porches should be preserved as outdoor spaces. Requests to enclose 34 porches in screen may be approved; requests to completely enclose porches with 35 solid walls will likely be denied. 36 37 I11-C-7. Porch posts and decorative trim should be maintained and preserved. Porch 3s supports should not be replaced with metal or synthetic posts. Porch trim should 39 not be removed, hidden, or simplified under synthetic siding. 40 ai III-C-8. If the porch on a designated property has to be replaced, the original porch should 42 be reproduced as closely as possible. If the removed porch is not original to the 43 house, the applicant shall undertake sufficient research to determine an 44 appropriate porch design based on the age of the house, its style and detailing. 45 New porches and related trim work should never attempt to predate the house or 46 to be overly elaborate. 47 48 a9 Windows and Doors so The term "fenestration" refers to the number and placement of wall openings. s1 Each window or door opening is typically referred to as a bay. A three-bay 52 fa�ade, for example, usually describes a front wall with two windows and a door 53 on the first floor and three windows on the second floor. As discussed in the 54 Proportion and Rhythm section, windows and doors are important parts of historic 9/28/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 33 �f 2, 1 buildings. Their size and construction give information about the construction of 2 the building and often the wealth of the original owner. Windows and doors also 3 have a substantial impact on the appearance of the building. Their importance to 4 the historic integrity and visual character of older buildings is well documented; 5 many buildings are determined ineligible for the National Register once their 6 windows have been replaced. In addition, properly fitted restored or well- 7 maintained and weather stripped original windows with added storm windows 8 often provide superior thermal efficiency to replacement windows. 9 10 Most of the windows in older homes in Orange County are double hung—finro 11 sash units that move up or down. The sash typically contains one to nine "lights" 12 or glass panes. The panes of glass are held in place by muntins—the wood grid 13 pattern. The size of the entire window unit, the size and number of lights, and the 14 width of the muntins are all.keys to when the building was constructed. Replacing 15 the windows with windows of another size or type alters the historic record of the 16 building and substantially changes its appearance. For example, if a house has 17 tall, elongated windows new units should respect these proportions and , 1g dimensions. Squat, square replacements would not be acceptable. ', 19 2o Another commonly replaced building item is the window shutter. Historically, 21 shutters, whether solid shutters or louvered blinds, were hung on hinges and were 22 designed to fully cover the window or door. The HPC encourages property 23 owners to maintain working shutters. Requests to replace working shutters with 24 non-operable shutters whether wood or plastic will be discouraged. Requests to 25 add decorative shutters that are not original to the house will also be discouraged. 26 27 The selection of windows and doors for additions or detached new construction is 2s also important. New windows should be visually compatible with existing units 29 and historically appropriate to the time of construction. New windows should 3o never make an addition or detached unit appear to have been built earlier than 31 the existing contributing building. 32 33 34 DESIGN STANDARDS for Windows and Doors 35 36 III-C-9. The HPC encourages the use of storm windows to protect historic windows from 37 deterioration. � 38 39 III-C-10. Existing windows and doors should be maintained and preserved. 40 ai III-C-11. When windows must be replaced, new units should be the same size, type, 42 design, and material as the original windows. 43 44 III-C-12. Windows and doors should never be removed, or"covered over" without 45 replacement. Windows or doors that are not used can be enclosed using a 46 traditional method such as louvered blinds to create a "false" door or window 47 without disrupting the balance. 48 49 III-C-13. The HPC discourages the use of replacement aluminum or vinyl windows on so contributing buildings. 51 52 III-C-14. When new windows are used for an addition or detached new construction 53 project, units should have panes with individual wood muntins (true-divided 54 lights). Windows with "snap-in" muntin grids are inappropriate for historic 9/28/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 34 �3. 1 buildings; the HPC will discourage their use unless no other cost-effective 2 alternative is available. The HPC will consider new technological advances on a 3 case-by-case basis. 4 5 6 Rooflines and Roof Details � The roof is another key visual element on a building. The angle of the roof pitch 8 and the height of the roof from the ridge to the eave have a substantial impact on 9 the appearance of a building. Pre-Civil War houses typically have steeper roofs 10 than twentieth-century houses, for example. The character of the roofline (such 11 as an enclosed boxed-eave with fascia trim, gable-end returns, or an open eave i2 with exposed rafter ends) provides information about the building and its period of 13 construction. Contractors often cover or remove these character-defining features 14 during the application of replacement siding (vinyl or aluminum). Proposals to 15 change roof pitch or remove trim will be discouraged. Proposals to add excessive 16 roof trim inappropriate to the date of the house will also be discouraged. When 17 constructing additions to local landmarks or contributing buildings in local districts, is or when constructing new detached buildings, the new roof pitches should be 19 compatible with the old roofs. 20 2i Chimneys likewise contribute to the character of historic buildings. Many Orange 22 County chimneys were constructed with local stone for the base and brick for the 23 stack. Others display decorative brick corbelling at the top. It is important to 24 retain existing chimneys in their original condition and location. When a new 25 chimney is required for mechanical systems, it should always be simple in design 26 and should be positioned where it will not visually compete with any historic 27 chimneys. 28 29 3o DESIGN STANDARDS for Rooflines & Roof Details 31 32 III-C-15. The original roof pitch and the ridge height should be retained. The construction 33 of any new dormers or skylights should not be visible from any public road and 34 should be on the least visible sections of the roof from within the property 35 boundary. 36 37 III-C-16. All chimneys should be preserved and repaired using the same material, patterns, 3s and methods as the original construction. New chimneys should not visually 39 compete with original chimneys. 40 41 42 Other Important Visual Features 43 Details such as Italianate brackets and Craftsman-influenced triangular 44 kneebraces are important character-defining elements. Such details are often as removed with the application of synthetic siding making the exterior of the house 46 appear over simplified in design. The combination of new siding with a different a7 type of siding exposed to the weather and replacement windows with different 4s muntin sizes often makes a building appear light-weight and out of proportion. 49 5o The HPC will not deny a COA based on a proposed color palate. HPC members 51 may comment that a proposed color scheme seems out-of-place or that a 52 proposed paint scheme seems too busy. Paint is an important part of building s3 maintenance and the HPC encourages property owners to paint their buildings at 54 regular intervals to protect the exterior siding and trim. Most building 9/28/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 35 yH, 1 professionals recommend using a good quality primer and finro coats of latex paint 2 for exterior use. A mildew-inhibiting paint (or additive) may be appropriate for 3 buildings that tend to have recurrent mildew problems, despite proper 4 maintenance practices for vegetation and appropriate grading for the site. (See 5 also Section III A for Maintenance.) 6 7 8 DESIGN STANDARDS for Other Important Visual Features 9 10 III-C-17. All character-defining elements and exterior features should be preserved. 11 12 III-C-18. Elements that cannot be repaired should be replaced with accurate reproductions 13 in style and material. 14 15 III-C-19. Additions, and new construction, should never dominate existing buildings. 16 Details (roofline, door, and window trim) and other visually important molding on 17 additions and new freestanding buildings should be visually compatible with 18 details on existing buildings. New trim should maintain the proportions of the 19 original trim in a simplified version; it should never overpower the original trim. 2o Moreover, new trim should never predate an existing structure unless it is part of 21 a researched restoration or reproduction project. 22 23 24 D. REVERSIBILITY 2s When reviewing COA applications to add new wings or additions to existing 26 contributing buildings, the HPC will consider the reversibility of the proposal. Can 27 the new wing be removed in the future without permanently altering the existing 28 historic structure? Can a new detached building be removed without permanently 29 altering the site? The HPC will review the local landmark application materials to 3o identify the most contributing elements of individual buildings and the most 31 contributing elements of the landmark site. These elements should remain intact, 32 during and after the proposed changes. Property owners should consider 33 reversibility when installing energy efficiency improvements such as solar panels, 34 since they may wish to upgrade to even more efficient units in the future. 35 36 37 DESIGN STANDARDS for Reversibility 38 39 III-D-1. Large additions should be constructed as stand-alone units placed alongside 4o existing buildings, not integrated into the structure. Additions should be 41 constructed so that they can be removed in the future should circumstances 42 change. 43 44 III-D-2. Care should be used when locating new or moved buildings to a local landmark 45 property. New detached construction and relocated older buildings should be 46 able to be removed from the site without altering the overall character of the 47 property. New or moved buildings should not diminish the historic integrity of the 4s local landmark property by their location on the site. 49 (See Standards for Introducing Buildings to a local landmark property.) so si 52 E. Utilities and Energy Retrofit s3 Restoration and rehabilitation provide an excellent opportunity to improve the 54 energy efficiency of historic structures. Historic property owners should use care 9/28/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 36 �5 . 1 when applying Green Building standards designed for new construction to existing 2 buildings, particularly those constructed before World War II. It is important to 3 understand how older buildings were designed to work, particularly how they were q meant to "breathe" before installing retrofits that will make them air-tight. Some 5 solutions may save utility costs in the short term, only to create moisture problems 6 that can cause serious structural problems in the long term. Property owners 7 should seek the guidance of the HPC and SHPO to determine which technologies s provide the best energy solutions for their building, and to balance the cost of the 9 installment versus the anticipated payback period. 10 i i One of most common causes of building deterioration is moisture. Efforts to 12 encapsulate older buildings to keep their interiors at a certain temperature and 13 humidity level can, if not done properly, trap moisture. Such moisture problems ia are often hidden and hard to detect until the problem becomes substantial. The 15 application of synthetic siding over wood siding, in particular, often traps moisture 16 within exterior walls leading to structural damage. Installing insulation in exterior 17 walls can likewise trap moisture causing damage. 18 i9 Window replacement is perhaps the most controversial change to historic 2o buildings. New windows are expensive. The typical energy payback depends on 21 the cost and quality of the window, but expect at least ten years and in some 22 cases fifteen to twenty years. In addition, new windows, particularly vinyl 23 windows, can be difficult to repair and tend to last about ten to fifteen years before 24 needing replacement. 25 26 New windows are irreversible and change the appearance of a building. In 27 addition, the installation of new windows may eliminate a building's eligibility for 2s historic designation programs such as the National Register of Historic Places 29 and the Local Landmark Program, and the associated benefits of those programs. 3o In general, any improvement advertised as "maintenance free" should be avoided. 31 Recommended procedures to maintain and increase the energy efficiency of local 32 landmark buildings through traditional methods include: 33 ■ Reglaze sash and recaulk joinery as needed to ensure door and window units 34 are weather tight to resist wind and water. 3s ■ Insulate attics and basements or crawl spaces, if possible, to improve 36 efficiency of existing mechanical systems. 37 ■ Apply weather stripping to windows and doors. 3g ■ Retain natural site features, including shade trees, windbreaks, and other 39 vegetation, that moderate climatic factors for the local landmark property. 40 ■ Utilize operable windows, shutters, and louvered blinds to control ventilation. 41 42 43 DESIGN GUIDELINES for Utilities and Energy Retrofit 44 45 III-E-1. Retain and preserve traditional or inherent energy-conserving features of the 46 historic buildings such as porches, screen doors, etc. 47 as III-E-2. Install narrow profile exterior or interior storm windows that do not damage or 49 obscure existing sash and window frames for energy efficiency. Choose storm so windows that are painted or finished with a color compatible with the existing sash 51 color. If covering double-hung windows, select operable storm windows with 52 dividers that align with existing sash division. 53 9/28/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 37 '�4• 1 III-E-3. Install full-light storm doors, constructed of wood (certain aluminum doors may be 2 approved) painted or finished with a color that is compatible with the color of the 3 existing door for energy efficiency. Install storm doors so that the original doors 4 and frames are not obscured or damaged. 5 6 111-E-4. Install mechanical systems with care so alterations to the contributing historic � building are minimized and character-defining elevations and features are not s compromised. Maintain mechanical systems with seasonal inspections by 9 qualified technicians; routinely check duct work for leaks. Routinely check 10 plumbing fixtures for leaks as well. 11 12 III-E-5. Locate new transformers, meters, pipes, and mechanical or communication- 13 related equipment as inconspicuously as possible, usually in rear yard locations 14 or along non-character-defining elevations. Screen mechanical or communication is equipment with landscaping or opaque fencing. Do not locate new mechanical or 16 communication-related equipment (satellite dishes, solar panels, etc.) on roofs or 17 elevations visible from the road or visible on the approach to the front door. 18 Inspect and repair roof surfaces before installing solar panels. Consider installing 19 solar panels on garage roofs with south-facing exposures instead of the house 2o roof to limit the potential for interior damage should the roof leak. 21 22 III-E-6. Locate portable air-conditioning units, if needed, on rear or non-character-defining 23 elevations. 24 25 III-E-7. The use of underground wiring is encouraged where possible, but be sure to 26 protect significant site features, including archaeological resources and mature � 2� vegetation, from damage if underground utility and communication lines are 2s installed. 29 30 31 F. Accessibility and Safety Considerations 32 A property owner seeking to alter a contributing building on a Local Landmark 33 Property to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should consult 34 with the State Office of Historic Preservation (SHPO) and the Historic 35 Preservation Commission. Steps should be taken to comply with the ADA in a 36 manner that is sensitive to the architectural character of the building. 37 38 39 DESIGN STANDARDS for Accessibility and Safety Considerations 40 41 III-F-1. Determine if solutions to ADA requirements are compatible with preserving the 42 local landmark property's historic character and setting. 43 44 III-F-2. Seek input from local disability groups and preservation specialists in developing 45 appropriate solutions to accessibility. 46 47 III-F-3. When possible locate accessibility and life safety changes such as ramps, 48 elevator additions, and fire doors on the rear elevation or a non-character-defining 49 elevation of the local landmark building. 50 51 I11-F-4. Design any new or additional means of access or egress so that the change is 52 reversible and the original design of the historic entrance or porch is not 53 compromised. 54 9/28/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 38 =r'� i IV. Introducing Buildings to a Landmark Property 2 3 Placing a building on a historic site 4 is always a challenge, whether the " r �� ° 5 addition is a new structure or a 6 relocated older one. The National �° �, ; � Park Service found this topic to be �;-`, •� 8 so critical to the preservation of �z" ""'°�'� "" �� ; u�ac uwin 9 historic sites that three of the ten ..��:� r° '°". >.J to Secretary of the Interior's ; 1 i Standards for Rehabilitation (3, 9, . �� 12 and 10) speak to issues 13 surrounding new construction. - 14 The best way to preserve our � �� .� ,"� ��, - � is historic building stock is to keep ...,;�,��+iw�.�.�Y:� , �.��x:S�-��;�.�� ,.�j�;� , 16 buildings in private ownership and in continuous use. Houses need to be lived in 17 and, as a result, residents expect certain modern conveniences. It is particularly 1g important for farmers to be able to install current agricultural equipment to 19 maintain efficiency in their operations. The Orange County Historic Preservation 2o Commission (HPC) will evaluate proposals to introduce new or relocated old 21 buildings to designated properties based on two key principles: 22 A. Will the property retain its historic value, its integrity? 23 B. Will the property maintain its visual character? 24 25 26 A. HISTORIC VALUE and INTEGRITY 27 Most local preservation programs follow the basic format and criteria of the 2s National Register of Historic Places, and allow properties with strong local 29 significance to be locally designated even if those properties may not meet 3o National Register standards. An established farm associated with an important 31 local family may be eligible for local landmark designation, for example, even if 32 the main house has been altered significantly. The HPC recognizes the 33 importance of historic landscapes, farm fields, trails and roadbeds to Orange 34 County's agricultural heritage and rural character, as well as historic buildings. 35 These Design Standards are intended to preserve the historic integrity and 36 architectural character of designated properties and their view from the road. '�, 37 3s Historic properties evolve, additions are constructed, exteriors are updated, and 39 new structures are erected. These changes keep buildings in use and over time 4o establish their own significance. It is important for the site to reflect this evolution. 41 When adding buildings to a local landmark property, or to a property in a local 42 historic district, care should be used to avoid creating a false sense of history. 43 The National Register Criteria Of Evaluation offers a well-established system that 44 the HPC will use when considering potential local landmarks and when reviewing 45 Certificate of Appropriateness applications. The Criteria system discourages 46 moving a historic building unless no other viable alternative remains. (See 4� Criteria and Criteria Exceptions in Appendix E.) The HPC likewise discourages 48 relocating buildings whenever the new site is vastly different, or a considerable 49 distance, from the original site. 50 51 Another important question to ask whenever new buildings are introduced to a 52 historic site is: can they be removed? New structures should be constructed so 53 that they can be removed in the future, leaving the essential form and integrity of 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 39 y8. 1 the historic property and its environment intact. Property owners should discuss 2 location options for additional buildings with the HPC during the local landmark 3 designation process to facilitate future Certificate of Appropriateness applications. 4 (See Standards for Historic Context: Setting, Outbuildings 8 Accessory 5 Structures, Cemeteries &Archaeological Features, and Demolition.) 6 7 8 DESIGN STANDARDS for Historic Value and Integrity 9 ' io IV-A-1. While new structures should be placed in their traditional locations (eg., a new 11 barn near agricultural buildings, a new garage near the main house), they should 12 be separate from contributing buildings or clusters of contributing buildings, 13 whenever possible. New or relocated buildings should also avoid important 14 landscape features or vistas. If the designation application does not contain a 15 recommended location for additional structures, the HPC will work with the 16 property owner to determine possible locations for the new or relocated building. 17 18 IV-A-2. New buildings or relocated older buildings should always be placed on a local 19 landmark property in a way that will allow for their potential removal and will 2o maintain the site's historic context. 21 22 IV-A-3. New buildings should be visually compatible with contributing buildings on the 23 site, but should not copy existing structures. Visitors to a local landmark property 24 should be able to understand the progression of construction on the site. 25 26 IV-A-4. Reproductions should only be undertaken with accurate documentation of a 27 specific building from the site. These new structures should be identified as a 2s reproduction either by small differences in detail, such as different colored mortar, 29 different paint color from other buildings in the complex, or labeled with a small 3o plaque or sign. 31 32 IV-A-5. When considering applications for relocating older buildings, the HPC will always 33 ask if the building has to be moved. 34 35 IV-A-6. Relocated older buildings should be differentiated from the existing bcaildings 36 constructed on site. Proposals to relocate structures that predate the landmark's 37 period of significance shall be subjected to a higher level of scrutiny. Substantial 3s buildings should not be relocated to local landmark properties containing only 39 small vernacular structures, where they will dominate the existing complex. 40 41 42 B. VISUAL CHARACTER 43 When constructing a new building or relocating an old building onto a local 44 landmark property the owners shall use common sense design techniques to limit 45 the visual impact of the new structure. New structures should never overpower 46 an existing complex. New residential buildings, in particular, whether farmhand 47 housing or accessory units for rent or visiting guests, should never compete with 48 the main house in terms of size or scale. 49 so It is important to maintain historic vistas, particularly the view of the main house 51 from any public roads. Some historic sites may also have significant interior s2 views such as a professionally designed garden or water frontage along a locally 53 significant stream. These features should be identified in the local landmark 54 application materials during the designation process to ensure their protection 9/28/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 40 �f 9. 1 during future Certificate of Appropriateness review. The advantage of rural 2 settings is the opportunity to use the landscape to partially conceal new buildings 3 behind existing grade changes or tree lines. New buildings should never be a placed on hilltops or similar natural features that will make them stand out. They 5 should not be positioned in important vistas or within a complex of existing 6 contributing buildings. (See Historic Context section, particularly the Standards 7 for Setting for more information.) 8 9 lo DESIGN STANDARDS for Visual Character 11 12 13 IV-B-1. New buildin s should never visuall dominate the local landmark or com ete with 9 Y P 14 individual contributing buildings on the site. 15 16 IV-B-2. The designs for new buildings should take their cues from existing structures on i7 the site. New buildings should not attempt to copy an existing building feature by 18 feature, but should be visually compatible with the contributing buildings in terms 19 of scale and proportion, form and materials, and detail and finish. The elevations 2o for proposed new buildings should maintain the general rhythm (the combination 21 of projecting and recessed features, and the balance of door and window 22 openings to wall area) of the surrounding structures. New construction should 23 also incorporate native building materials. 24 25 IV-B-3. In most cases the HPC will recommend that new construction or relocated 26 buildings be placed away from public roads to limit their visual intrusion on the 27 historic site. 28 29 IV-B-4. Property owners may reconstruct buildings on existing foundations, particularly if 3o sufficient physical or documentary evidence is available to determine what the 31 building looked like. The HPC will work with the applicant to ensure that the 32 reconstruction is accurate. Signage should be placed near the reconstructed 33 building to document when it was erected. 34 9/28/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 41 l I 42 Oran� $County��gn S�ndards 9128/2010 Draf� 5J, i V. Removing Buildings from a Landmark Property 2 3 A. RELOCATION 4 Since the significance of historic buildings is linked to their setting, moving s buildings from their original location should only be considered to avoid 6 demolition. Relocating contributing buildings from their original location to another 7 place on the site, and particularly to a new location off of the site, is discouraged 8 and may result in the loss of Local Landmark status. 9 to When considering an application to remove a building from a local landmark 11 property, the Historic Preservation staff will review the designation materials to 12 determine if the building in question was identified as contributing or 13 noncontributing during the designation process. In most situations, applications to 14 remove noncontributing buildings from a local landmark property will be 15 considered a minor change and subject to staff approval only. Property owners 16 should, however, provide sufficient information (photographs, drawings, etc.) to 17 document the building's location for County records. �8 19 Requests to remove contributing buildings from a landmark site require formal 2o review from the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC). The HPC will evaluate 21 the importance of the building to the significance of the property and determine if 22 removal will compromise local landmark status. The HPC may allow secondary 23 contributing buildings to be removed from the site should special circumstances 24 arise but it is unlikely that the Commission would allow a landmark property to 25 retain its status once the main house has been removed, unless relocation is the 26 only viable alternative to demolition or serves a greater purpose for the larger 27 community. (The HPC will then evaluate, in consultation with the County 2s Attorney, if landmark status can be transferred to the new site.) In almost all 29 cases, should a property owner wish to remove a significant building from a 3o designated local landmark, whether by relocation or demolition, he or she will 31 most likely have to withdraw from the program. Property owners who have 32 enjoyed the 50% property tax deferment from local landmark designation will lose 33 their special tax status and will likely have to pay up to three years' back taxes. 34 35 In rare situations and only with extremely important sites would a property be able 36 to maintain landmark status after loosing a significant building. If the property 37 owner wanted to rebuild a structure lost to fire or other natural disaster, he or she 3g would have to have enough documentation (measured plans, photographs and 39 physical evidence) to able to reconstruct the building without conjecture. 40 41 Prior to relocation, the local landmark and its setting should be recorded through 42 photographs, video-tapes, drawings, and/or site plans. Recording a landmark's 43 setting in this way provides future generations with a clearer understanding of its 44 lost context. Given the cost and complexity of moving a landmark structure, it is 45 best to involve a contractor experienced in moving comparable structures early in 46 the planning stages. Assessing the structural condition of the building is critical in 4� anticipating difficulties and preventing unnecessary damage during the move. 4s Since a building is often quite vulnerable during the moving process, a plan for 49 securing and weatherproofing it is also important to prevent damage due to the so elements or vandalism. s1 52 The selection and preparation of an appropriate and compatible new site 53 introduces additional issues and considerations. Ideally, the new site should 9/28/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 43 . 1 provide the same sense of context and character as the original setting. For 2 example, assess the compatibility of the new site's topography, landscape 3 character, and larger land use context as well as the relocated building's new 4 setback, orientation, and distance from other buildings. Every effort should be 5 made to ensure the integrity of the landmark building is retained in its new 6 context. Unless the relocated building is architecturally significant, however, it is 7 unlikely that it will be eligible for Local Landmark designation on its new site. 8 9 lo STANDARDS for Relocation 11 12 V-A-1. Before relocating any building on a landmark site document the existing landmark 13 setting and site conditions with photographs and other written or graphic means 14 such as site plans. 15 16 V-A-2. Minimize damage to the landmark structure during and after the move by: 17 ■ Assessing its structural conditions prior to the move; 1s ■ Taking all necessary precautions to prevent damage during the move; 19 ■ Working with contractors experienced in moving historic structures; and 20 ■ Securing and protecting the structure from weather damage and vandalism. 21 22 V-A-3. Select a new site for the landmark structure that is compatible in character with its 23 original setting. Consider compatibility of the proposed site in terms of the larger 24 context of surrounding properties as well as the relocated building's setback, 25 orientation, and distance from other buildings. 26 27 V-A-4. Review proposed site changes and landscaping for the new site according to all 28 pertinent guidelines. 29 3o V-A-5. Protect significant site features (topography, viewsheds, landscaping) of the 3t original site and the new site from 32 damage during and after the move. 33 34 35 B. DEMOLITION 36 The demolition of a contributing local 37 landmark structure is an irreversible act -,�: 38 of destruction that is stron I " ."�{� 9 Y ;�.� � �. 39 discouraged by the HPC. Such a � ; � f;., ,� ��,�,; 4o proposed plan warrants careful ��° �:,� �i.. t f.�'��, _ :a 1 +.+� , .i.i � r�.�. ;. 41 consideration of all alternatives prior to , � ° .: � ; ' .i ;, ,� 42 demolition. Property owners are � �� '� - ��"'�`# �� .� 43 encouraged to explore all possibilities � a J.��- ��.�;,. , �, ,,�� . 44 including adapting, sellin or even "'"�� - - "�' � 9, D��,.�. .,,�,�F.'� 45 relocating a landmark to avoid its Y �, �� :��*- 46 demolition. Statewide enabling "' � � � . �'� '��''� 47 legislation provides the HPC with the �� - _ 48 right to delay demolition of a 49 contributing building on a local landmark for up to 365 days to give the HPC an 50 opportunity to work with a property owner and other interested parties in 51 developing viable alternatives to the proposed demolition. 52 53 When reviewing a request to demolish or deconstruct the main house or other , s4 contributing building on a landmark property, the HPC may want to consider the , 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 44 I �I �3. i proposed plans for the site and any related landmark structures following the 2 demolition or deconstruction.4 Proposed site plans will be needed if the site is to 3 remain designated after demolition. If the site development is to be staged over 4 several months an interim site treatment, such as seeding or ground cover, may s be recommended once the site has been cleared of debris and any below grade 6 openings�Iled until the new building is put in place. It is also important to ensure � the protection of any significant site features or adjacent structures during 8 demolition. For example, known archaeological resources and mature trees 9 should be protected from damage. 10 11 Prior to the demolition of a contributing building on a landmark site, the property 12 owner is responsible for recording the building through photographs and a site 13 plan, or for providing County Historic Preservation staff with an opportunity to 14 document the building. The HPC will retain all such documentation in its files.' If i5 the demolition of a landmark is unavoidable, the property owner is encouraged to 16 salvage reusable architectural materials and features. The HPC can assist a 17 property owner in identifying salvageable elements and may be able to locate i8 potential buyers or willing recipients of such materials. 19 20 21 STANDARDS for Demolition 22 23 V-B-1. Seek alternatives to demolition or deconstruction by working with the HPC and 24 other interested parties. 25 26 V-B-2. Document the existing local landmark and its setting through photographs and 27 other written or graphic means, such as site plans and drawings, prior to 28 demolition. The HPC will require documentation as part of any proposal to 29 reconstruct a building. 30 31 V-B-3. Salvage reusable architectural materials and features prior to demolition, or 32 provide an opportunity for others to salvage those materials (i.e. deconstruction 33 for salvage purposes). 34 3s V-B-4. Submit to the HPC a schematic plan illustrating the proposed post-demolition site 36 treatment prior to demolition. 37 38 V-B-5. Protect significant site features including landscaping and archaeological 39 resources from damage during demolition. 40 41 V-B-6. Clear the site promptly and thoroughly following demolition. 42 43 V-B-7. Implement approved site plan for constructing a new building or refocating an 44 existing building to the site promptly following demolition 4 The HPC will review deconstruction proposals--dismantling a structure for the purpose of reusing the salvage material in another building—in the same manner that it would review proposals for demolition. 9/28/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 45 �4, , . 1 9/27/2010 Draft Oranqe County Design Standards 46 �S i 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 IS 16 17 APPENDICES 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 47 .�G. 1 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 48 �7 1 APPEND/X A 2 ORANGE CAUNTY DEPAR'TMENT{31� ENVIRONMENT, AGRICULTURE, PARKS AN� RECREATIUN HISTORTC PRESERV'ATION COMMYSSIQN LOCAL LAN�IMARK APPLYCATION The Urange Caunfy tacal Landmark Program (LLP)application is a finro-part process. Page 1 of the applicatian represents the first part af the process. Pages 2�and 3 include the core questions regarding the history and architectural significance of the property. Page 4 is for office use on3y. Interested appiicants should sub►nit the first pa�t of this application along with a representative selectinn af current phatographs of the property to preservation staff in the Department of Enviranment,Agrfculture, Parks and Recreativn_ Photas sh�uld include the exterior af the house, autbuildings, and any other elements-- such as landscaping fea#ures or the view from the r�ad---that wiil give the Historic Presenration Commission (HPC) a sense of the character ofi the site. The HPC will consider the proper#y at its next regularly scheduted meeting. Applicants are encouraged to attend the meeting to discuss what they feel is significant about ti�e site. The HPC will use the criteria system outlined in Pages 5 thraugh T to evaluate the site and to determine if the praperty appears eligible for the �.LP. tf the property appears to be eligible, the appticant wi{I be directed to complete the remainder of tf�e applicatian. This does nat mean that a property is being designated to the LLP; rather it means that the proparty appears likely tv quatify for designation. The County's historic preservation ordinance requires the submittal of a Survey and Research Report for each property under cansideratian for Local Landmark status. Property awners can arrange with presenration staff to complete the Survey if one is not already on file. The Research Report is an in-depth ana{ysis of the history and architectural significance of the site, similar ta the report used to naminate a property for the National Register of Historic Places. (See preservation staff for a sample NR namination.) If the site is listed in the Nationa! Register, the appiicant may submit the completed nomination farm for use as the Research Repart. Piease note, however, that the LLP and the Nationa! Register of Historic Places are two entirely distinct and separate programs. Pages 2-3 of the Local Landrnark application are designed to pravide the applicant with the basic framework to prepare a Research Report. Some applicants, particularly those with experience in chain of title research, may be able to provide sufficient Informatian in the application to serve as the Report. Others may need to hire a consultant to research and write the histary and architectura!description af the property. Appllcants with little or no historic or architectural information on their property shouid contact preservation staff ta discuss different options far completing this portion of the application. Once the a�plication form (Pages 2-3)and the Survey and Research Report are completed, preservation staff will submit the application materials to the HPC far its next reguiar meeting. The HPC will pay particularattention to quesfion#5, the Sfatement of Signi�cance, to identify the most importanf elemenfs af fh8 property that shoulc�be preserved when considering future Certifrcate of Appropriafeness applicafions. If the tiPC accepts the Survey and Research Repart preservatian staff witl forward the entire apptication (form, Survey and Report)to the State Histaric Preservation Office(SHP�}. The HPC wil!cansider the SHPO's comments at its next regular meeting. If the HPC decides that the property is eligible for the program it wiU request a public hearing with the Board of County Commissioners(BOCC). After the public hearing the HPC will submif its forma!recommendations to the BOCC. The BOCC will make fhe final decision oh whether to designate the property as a Local Landmark. A flaw chart and time-schedule checklist of the process are attached for more infarmation. 3 9/27/201 D Draft Orange County Design Standards 49 �8. i PART 1 DATE OF APPLICATiON Please type, if possible,or print. All submitted materials become the pronertv of the Oranqe Caunty Historic Preservation Commission and cannot be returned. 1. HISl'ORIC NAME OF PROPERTY (if historic name is nof known, use current name or address) 2. LOGATION (physical location,not mailing address� A. Street or State Route/Highway B. Tawnship C. Crossroads CommunityNicinity 3. LEGAL OWNER OF PROPERTY(please indicate Mr., Mrs., Ms., Dr., or other appropriate title) , DAY-1'IME fvAME TELEPHONE FIRM ahd/orADDRESS C1TY/STATE ZIP CODE E-MAIL ADDRESS BRIEF S7ATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE Please provide a brief stafement or summary outlining the historical, architectural, and perhaps landscape, eiements that make the site significant. (This statement should be expanded for question#5 of Part 2 of the application.) � *Please submit current photographs of the property including all elevations of the main hause and any other importanf buildings. Please also include general phatographs of the property and include any important landscape features. (If you wish to use digital photography, piease submit hard copy printouts.) *�'Please also submit a sketch plan of the property showing the fiaotprint af all key buildings and the location of a!I driveways or farm roads. 2 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 50 �� PQRT 2 DATE OF APPLICAYION 4. GENERAL DATA A. Date(s)af Building(s): Original canstruction Subsequent additions, if applicable � B. Outbuildings:Yes No ; lf yes, number C. Have any buildings on fhe property been maved? Yes No If yes, please give the date, reason, and detaiis of the mave. Use an additional sheet if necessary. � � D. Approximate Acreage: E. Architect andlor Builder/Mason Sif known): F. Original Use: G. Present Use: 5. STATEMENT OF SIGNI�ICANCE Ptease provide a brief statement or summary(on an attached 8'/Z'x 9�"sheet}outlining the histarical,architectural,and perhaps landscape,elements that make the site significant—these are the features that are most impor#ant to preserve should you wish to make changes to the property in the fu#ure. For example,"This property was the Taylorhameplace from the i85Us to �940s. 7he Taylors were an important�range Counfy family who operated the lacal sawmill in the St Mary's Road community during the 1870s-99QOs. While fhe house was covered with vinyl siding in the 9980s and a fwaraom addition was constructed in the back around 1990, fhe building still looks like a mid ninefeerrth-century farmhouse fmm fhe road. ft sits on a slighf hill, framed by several mature oak and pecan trees. The houss retains its original roofline, chimneys and front porch, a!!of which are visible from the road. !n addition, fhe properfy sfil!reads as a farm;severa!outbuildings survive intact including the buildfng which housed the sawmi!!, fhe dairy,sweetpafafo barn, and smokehouse." 6. ARCHITECTURA�.DESCRIPTf�N Describe in a narrative form, (on an attached 8'/"x 11"sheet(s)),the architectural features of the main house and other buildings on the property. Please include information on any additians and/or remodelings ta the buildings, particularly changes that that may no#be apparent in photographs. Please also describe the setting, such as active farmfand,wooded, rural community, urban neighborhood,etc. 7. HIS70R1CAL QVERV[EW � Discuss any signiftcant events, personages andbr families associated with the property. (Detailed family genealagies are not necessary.) Please list any additional sources of informatio�. Only material contained on the farm will be used in the evaluation. 1 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 51 �o, 8. PWOTOGRAPWS/SLIDES Please provide any additional photographs as necessary to evatuate the site. Photographs should include: all four sides of the main house, cfose-ups of any important architectural features such as trim,doors or windows,individual pictures of outbuildings,and an overali plcture of the entire compiex. Photographs of important interior features, such as mantels and stainrvays, are not necessary but ace helpful to get a sense of the architectural significance of the house. 9. SITE PLAM/SURVEY/MAPS Please include a map showing the location of the property. A sketch map is acceptable, but please note street and route numbers. Please provide a site plan showing the relationship of the main hause or buiiding to the driveway and road, and the relationship of the main house or buiiding to any outbuildings, Please include a"North"2�rrow. 10. REASON FOR REQUEST Please offer a brief expianation of how you heard about the Local Landmark Program and why you wouid like to participate in it. 11. If formally designa#ed by the County Commissioners,wili the property owner seek#he tax deferral? Yes No Not sure {This information is for budgeting purpases only, it wi11 not impact tha HPCs declsion towarc!your application.) 12. APPLICANT OR C4NTACT PERSON INFORMATION (if other than owner) � Name Tetephone Address City/State Zip Code Signature Date E-mail 13. This appiication is submitted[check one of the following]: at the request of the owner. with the owner's knowledge but nof at his or her request. without the owner's knowledge. Retum to. Cultural Resources Speciafist Orange County DeparEment of Environment,Agriculture, Parks and Recreation 306 Revere Road Hilisborough, NC 27278 (919)210-2595 1 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 52 �/, ��'''.:Use�:0it1 :'°:::::::::::.::`,:..`::.':`:.,.::,:`:`..''. :`::.;: ;;::�°.:.`. 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Associations wiih a Naiional State Lacai Local Nane person,event,group (1+} (1+) (3-4) (1-2) ' or instituUon af significance Score 1 b.0 7.5 5.0 2.5 0.0 ARCHI7ECTURAL 51GNIFICANCE: : Builder/Architect, Very Signiffcant Natable Minor None period,siyle,ar Genre Si nificant Score 10.0 7.5 5.0 2.5 0.0 ... ... ,....... . �NVIRONMENTAL 5iGN1EICANCE: ':':•.:' : ;: .. .., . .. . ,,..:.:.......:.:...,;:.:.:.::::: .. ..:.,,:. :... ....,.. .. .., .. . . Resemblance ta historic Very Significant iVotable Minor None landscapes and land use Si nificant Score atterns 10.0 7.5 5.0 2.5 Q.Q , CpNTRIB.UTING FEATURES::.::.. :: .:..: .::...::.''..`°;,::..:.:.:.:: . ' ::..:: .,.. :.. ....::.::.::,._ ...:;:':::,.: ;.;.;:: ..: :.::. .. . .: .,: :.. :. .,.:.:.:. Diverse,additiona)elsments related to hisiory, landscape,or Very Notable None architecture that contribute to knowledge of the site and enhance Significant its historic or cultural signiflcance. �xamples:statuary, machinery, Score fences,outbuifdin s fami{ histories and memorabilia,etc. 10.0 5.0 0.0 . INTEGRITY: ::::::: . ::: >...:`::.::.`: `..::°. ,:.`.:.`;:..`.: .. . , .:..... . ;. .. ,::;s..`;.::::..:., ` ..;` `:. .' ..•. .:, ,.: .. .. ..._. Conditian Excellent Good �air Poor Ruin Score 10.0 7.5 5.0 2.5 0.0 Alterations None Minor Sotne Si nificant Ma'or Score 1 0.0 7.5 5.0 2.5 0.0 ---- _ - _ -- - - -_ -`Y��; - _ - _';'O�T'.'�::P':;;. - ;:-T A O NT 5:��;:�'...:'�;;:�^-:� �:-�;�,:;::::;::;:::::; Has the Structure Been Moved? Yes No Sco `�� <......:::..:..:...::. _..., ;:... ,.r..,=:::::::-�...:. , ;•�-=;4:.:�.::•::r:....... 1..::-....e.... .. . .,. ...:.: a.a 5.0 Is the Structure At Risk? Yes No 3core 5.0 0.0 MITIGATINti.CIRCUMSTANCES: -10fo.+10 ..,. ;... , ` . .. .. ,. Score 2 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 54 ~ HISTORIC RE30URCE EVALUAT[ON FORM � N � N 0 � � WISTORIC StTES SCORING CRITERlA 0 � Points Resource S9 nificance CoeEribufing Irrte ' �. Awarded A HisEoric Architectural Environmental` Elemer�ts CondfFion Alt9rations DesignaYed National Pre-1800 Early Associated with at leasi Very signifcant: Very significanL• Register of Historic Sefliement one person,everrt, High Academic: All or mast NPS Diveise;add"itionil: ,. ExceAent 40.0 Piaces site or inGuded and the group or instiUition Designed by arcfiifect; landscape features elemerits'relaEed to : Structure,roof,and None on National Register Revolutionary of National superb example of evident;strong history;landscape, : surtaces sound. O Study List War sign�cance nationally-recognized resemblance to historic or aTCIi`rtechcre Ui�f , � od,s ,or nre attems of iand use. ,:eonfribpfe to:.r.. � Associated with at ieast Significant: Unique Significant• knowiedge of fhe sife Good. Minor.Repainting; c�D Significant one person,event, example of nationally Many NPS landscape and�nf�aoce Its Minor extet�or repairs some minor trim 0 7.5 archaeologicai sde 180�-7865 group or institution popular plans of the feamres evid�t;bears hisEoric or cultural - required. Some replaceme�old � or cemetery Pre-Civit War af State day;or,unique resemblance to historic significance.; :... minor sucfaco addiGOns of awnings .� signficance regional vemacular pattems of use with deterioration. and shutters. p ada tatian. minor modificatians. � Bui[din0 comp{ex Assoaated with at le$st Notable: Very significanr Fair. Some. �reater � such as farrnstead 3-4 of tha fol[owing Notab�: Some NPS features Outstanding or unique Evidertce of roof leaks. exterit of old, fA S.0 with main 1866-1885 grounds for Loca1 Common example of evident,h�t modiRed example,or numerous Some structural minor structural � dwelling,bam,and Reconstnx�ion slgntficancet a pefson, rtationalry popular over time. General occurrences of inembers need replacing. alterations. � � outbuldings event, group period,style,or genre. historic pattems and coirtributing elemerrts. Minor faundaGon work. Q ar institution characterare retained. 90.0 Substandal re airs. y 1886 to Assoaated with at teast Minor. Notable: Pooc Significant. 50 years 1-2 of the foltowing Minor. Some evidence of F�cceilent or Major roof leaks, Siructures added; 2.5 Individual building before present: gmunds for Loca! Common vemacular historic paftems and uwsual exampte,or tleteriorating structure artificial slding; or site Industrialization signiflcance:a person, adaptaSon of popular character remain,Dut some occurtencas of ar�foundadon. Majar changes to roofGne. through event, group period,style,or genre. substantial modfication coritrlbuting elements. repairs needed to UVorld War il or institu6on exists. 5A exteriar su�faces. Majot.Demolition; Ruin.Beyond 2 maja'add(tions q,p Na assoGatiort None Nane None reasonabfe with differerrt restora6on. a�hitecture. � 'Environmental sign�cance based on National Park Senrice(NPS)classification of eleven(11)laridscape characterlstics as defailed in National Register BuAeti�Na 30: Guirteftnes for Evatuatirtg and Docum�nting Rural Historic tandsoapes. � � �� i � Environmental Significance (Excerpted from fhe Nationaf Park Service(NPS)classification of eleven(11}landscape characteristics as detailed in Nafional Register Builetin No. 30: Guidelines for Evaluating and Dacumenfing Rura!';Hisforic Landscapes) A classification system of eleven characteristics has been devefoped for reading a riiraf landscape and far understanding I the naturai and cultural forces that have shaped it. The first faur characteristics are processes that have been inst�umental in shaping the land,such as fhe res�oanse of farmers to fertile soils. 7h�remaining seven are h sical components that are evident on the land, such as barns or orchards. Many, but not II, rural properties confain all eleven characteristics. As information a�out existing characteristics is related to the historic,contexts#or a geographical area, ass�ssments af significance, integrity,and boundaries can be made for speci#ic properties. Processes: 1.Land Uses and Activitles: Land uses are the major human forces fhat shape and organize rural communities. 2.Patterns of 5patial Organization:The organization of land an a large scale depends on the relationship among major physical components, predominant landforms,and natural features, 3.Response to the Natural Environment:Major natural features,such as mountains, prairies, rivers, lakes, forests,and grasslands, influenced both the location and organization of rural communities. 4.Cultural Traditians: Culfural traditian�affect fhe ways that land is used, occupied, and shape��. ReEigious beliefs, social customs, ethnic identity, and trades and skills may be evident today in both physica!features and uses of the land. Phvsicaf Compflnents: 5.Circulation Networks:Circulation networks are systems for transporting people, gaods, and raw materials fram one point to another. They range in scale from livestock trails and foofpaths,to roads, canals, major highways,and even airstrips. 6. 13oundary Qemarcations: Boundary demarcations delineate areas of ownership and land use, such as an entire farmstead or open range. They afso separate smaller areas having speciaE functions,such as a fenced field or enclosed corral. 7.Vegetatian Related to Land Use:Various types of vegetation bear a direct rela#ionship to fang-established patterns of {and use.Vegetafion includ�s not only crops,trees, or shrubs planted for agriculturai and ornamental purposes, but also trees that have grown up incidentally along fence lines, beside roads,or in abandoned fields, 8. Buitdings,Structures,and ObJects:Various fypes of buildings,structures,and objects serve human needs related to the occupation and use af the land. 9.Clusters: Groupings of buildings,fences,and other features,as seen in a farmstead, ranch,or mining complex, resulf from function, social traditian, climate,or other influences, cultural or natural. 10.Archeological Si#es:The sites of prehisto�ic ar historic activities or occupafion, may be marked by foundations, ruins, changes in vegetation, and surface remains. 11.Small-scale elements: Small-scale elements, such as a faot bridge or road sign, add to the historic setting of a rural landscape.These features may be characteristic of a region and occur repeatedly throughout an area,such as limestone fence posts in Kansas or cattle gates in the Buffa(o River Valley of Arkansas.While most small-scale eEements are long- lasting, s�me, such as bales 4f hay, are temporal ar seasonaL i 1 I I � I 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 56 i ; � �S. LOCAL LANDMARK DESIGNATION PROCESS .�.....� ........................................ rape owner accepts invitation from Historic HPG makes initial i Praperty does not appear to Presenration Commission evaluation at next � be candidate. {HPC)or submits application meeting. ; Process ends. (Part 1}to participate in Local :......................•.:.•..........: Landmark Program{LLP). Praperty does appear to Property owner comptetes Part 2 of be candidate. applicatiorr and warks wiFh private consuitant or FlPC member and staff to complete Survey and Research Renort(S/Rl, Staff submi#s S&R to HPC for Staff sends notice via certf#ied mait to applicant next regular meeting. and property owners w/In 50U feet. HPC accepts S/R,and farwards to State SHPO submits comments within 30 Historic Preservation Office{SWPO). days of receipt of S/R. HPC considers SHPO comments Staff sends notice via at next regular meeEfng. certified maik to appiicant and property owners w/in 500 feet HPC recommends property Staff prepares for local landmark Iegal notice: designation&requests that Board of County Commissione�s publlc advertisement proposal be sent to public (BOCC)&HI�C hold Joint Pubtic and mailed notice to hearing. Hearing. applicant&property owners within 500 feet. BOCC cansiders designation •"""""""""""""" HPC submits recommendation to BOCC &enactment af designation ' BOCC denies within 60 days. ordinance, i designation. ; Process ends,half � � of application fee is ; BOCC adopts designation � refunded. ordinance. �...........................� Staff notiffes owner&occupant. Staff files designa#ion ordinance. �Staff natifies Land Records. 1 Staff contacts owner regarding . recognition plaque or sign. � 1 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 57 - - l0 CP� 1 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 58 � 7. 1 APPEND/X B 2 COA Applicatio�Number oRaN�E couN�nr DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, AGRICULTURE, PARKS AND RECREATI4N HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSI�N CERT{FICATE OF APPRt�PRiATENESS (For propased aiterations to designated Local Landmarks&properties in Locai Historic Districts) HISTORIC NAME OF PROPERTY (If historic name is not known,use current name or address) �OCATION (physical location,not mailing address) A. Street or State Route/Highway ' B. Town or vicinity LEGAL�WNER OF PROPERTY Name Telephone Address City/State Zip Code Signature Date APPLlCANT QR GONTACT PER50N INFORMATiOP!(if other than owner) Name Telephone Address CiiylState Zip Code Signature Date Proposed Work: , Please be as speciflc as possible. The Historic Preservation Commission(HPC)will not accept incomplete applications. Please[nclude four(4)copies of exterior elevations including ir�formation about proposed materials and four{4)copies of a site plan shQwing praposed grading and landscaping. Attach as many sheets as are necessary, depending on the complexity of the project. 3 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 59 ��, � 1 2 COA Applicatlon Number ='Office,`Use,:Qnly.;`�.;.°. '.. . ;�;:Su.bmtttal:;Date::. :; :. : Completed Appliaation Date '::Tax'Map,Nur»lie�:` '�:' . ' Zonin Distri�t/Protected Watershed .....:...:::::::...: ......:. ,.:: , ..... 9 ;:-;1�oluii�ary:;Agiicuitural,[7istrict. �'�.°Otfiet�evie�iis`iteeded..:.``:.. �::p.th;er;permits�iie�aetl.: . ` :.:.. . .. .... . . . . ::';,Staff.;R�port;:Com�":1e#e;d::. .,: :;` .:.; .� ;;;�Minor;.UllorlUS�aff<Approval.Date. .:':,:.: ;: . i� Date of next regularly scheduled HPC meeting HPC Comments(per relevant Design Standards Sections) Ht'C Approvat/Denial 3 ' 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 60 ��. I CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRiATENESS-PROJECT REVIEW FORM COA Number: Appticant: Address: Received: � Meetina datets): . Historic Districtl Local I�andmarlc: � Zoninq' Additional Permits Reauired: Nature of Proiect: Amendments: Action: Actian:Approve,Approve with Conditions, or Deny within 45 days of ineeting or appiicatian shali be deemec{ approved Misc.: ' DESCRiPTlON OF PROJECT Sampie:Owners propose to construct two-story brick addition to rear side of house,and ta reconstruct the front porch it match its appearance from a 1920s photograph. Staff's determination of applicable Design Standards S=satis�es sfandartl;NC=does not com ! wiPh stendard;NA=standard not a lrcab/e to ro ec(: Il-A-1 11-D-1 Il-G-1 R!-&14 II!-C-8 IIi-F-2 V-A-4 11-A 2:.. ..:..:.::: :11-D-2.;..;:. .:.:_ :.`.II-G-2 -; ; ;; III-9-12 :'.,. : ..: 111-C-9 ;: IU-F�3 `. : .`::°...:. .V A5: ' :., ... A-A-3 It-D-3 11-G-3 Ip-B-13 III-C-10 !fl-F-4 V-B-4 II-A=d ` 'll-D-4 ' ` ll H-1 ; t(1-B-14 ` tll-C-1t ` 111=F�i ` Y•&2 11�1� II-D�i II-H-2 IRI-&15 III-C-12 III-F-6 V-B-3 If-A-6. .... . N-b=6`; '. . _:.`'. li-H�3 ' ' III-8;16 IIl-C-13:'_ . 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III-E-2 ::. `, :IV-B.4.`:';.°.':_!.::;::.: :.;.::;.....` ; ``; ..:' p-G3 II-F-5 IIl-B-8 lll-05 III-E-3 V-A-1 tl-C�4 '_ ' .;:':.'.. :II-F�6:.:,.: : :'..... IU-B-9 .:.::: :::: : '{II=C-6 ; : : ::.:`:111-E-4' < ,; V-A-2 ..; :: :........: . .: ... II-C-5 II-F 7 III-B-10 111-C-7 Itl-F-1 V-A3 1 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 61 70� HPC REVIEW OF APPLICABLE SECTIONS O�DESIGN STANDARDS �FINDINGS O� FACT (S=satisfies standard; NC=does not comply with standard; NA=standard not applicab#e to project.) II. Histaric Context A QESIGN STAMDARDS for Settina II•A•1.Refain and preserve the historic ra�ailonship between con�ibuGng buildings and site features. Avoid removing, reloca0ng,or radicaily c�anging exis�ng bulldings ihat confrfbute to the overall character of#he sfte. II•A-2. Maintain and protect the historic topography,significant views and visfas,accessory siruciures,roads,walkways, fences,walis,and plantlrtgs. Avoid removing,relocating,or radically changing existirzg lartdscape features(including plants and gra�)that contribu#e to the overall character of the site. II•A•3. Maintain historic site features and plantfngs ihrough appropriate methods. Seek�e advice of a professional to ° protect site features and p}aniings fram damage during or as a result of construction activities. 11-A•4. Repair deter'rorated historic site features such as#emaces,benches,fountains,and Irel{ises through tradi6onal methods of repair and with materiais comparable to the origlnals. Ii-A•5. Replac�e s�gnificant plantings with new planBngs that are idenbcal or similar in species. It is not apptopriate to remove a healthy planting that is signiBcant to the overal4 his[oric character of the landmark site. II•A-6. i.ocate new site features and plantings,if needed,in a manner that maintains or enhances the overail character of the iandmark. II-A-7. lifuminate site features and plantings,if desired,in a manner consistent wfih the historic char�ter of the(andmark buitding and site. In ganeral,the HPC wiil discourage new lighting lhat does not senre a specific safery concern. II-A-8. When infroducing new plan6ngs to a Local Landmaric Property consider the size of the tree or plant at maturi#y. Vegetation can damage histor'tc buildings if not mafntalned properiy. Avaid planting new#rees or shrubbery too close to i, exlsfing buildings,or encouraging climbing plants such as ivy from covering exterior walis or features. Considar also the mature size of specimen trees when planting new trees near property bou;�darle�c�right-of-ways s�bject to utllity company Uimming ar other controls. B DESIGN STANDARDS for Warklnt�Farms II-B•1. Maintain and renovate older agricultural bufidings. 11-B•2. Reuse older agricultural buildings. ll-B•3. Repl�eldemolish agricultural bufidings only when no other feasible options remain. II-&4. Use care when locating new agricuitural bufldings anto a historic property to limif the visual impact on the scenic farmscape. II-B-S. New agricuitural buildings should be visibly compatible with surrounding struciures,par6cularty contributing structures,whenever possible. Whife the HPC wili be much more flexible in their revieuv and approval of agricultural buildings for active#arms,the HPC will still consider�design elements such as roof-type,buflding materials,size and scale. Applicants should familiarize themseives with these design cancepts ouUined in this manual. Il-B-6. When new pre-fabricated or metal buildings are the only feasible structures for the�qricuftura!use select a building color that wiil reduce the building's visual impact on the property. � C DESIGN S7ANDARDS for Outbuildings and Accessorv Structures Il-C-1. Retain and preserve outbuildings and accessory sh�uctures such as smokehouses,dairies,washhouses,barns, sforage bins,and sheds that contribute to the historic character of the site. Il•C-2. Mafntafn and protect historic outbuildings and accessory struciures and their disUnctive feafures and detafis. Repair deteriorated or damaged outbuildings and accesswy strucfures antl their character-defining features,elements,and details using like materials. Repair work may requfre tradifionai construction methods,such�fhe use of hand tools,to retain the in#egrity and authentic appearance of the hisforic buikling or building feature, it-C•3. Replace any missing or deteriorated element of contributing outbuiidings or accessory structures to mair.h fhe orlginal in design,material,dimension,and detail. Replace only the deteriorated por�on or defail of a feature rather than the en6re feature,whenever possible. When considering the use of substltufe materials,please confact Orange County Histaric Presenra�on staff before completing your design praposal to ensure compatibility. {I•C-4. Reproduce contribupng outbuildings that are deteriorated beyond repa+r wiih new designs based on acourate documentatlon,or repiace with new designs that are compatib�:in scale and proporaon,form and materiats,and detail and finish,with other s�ondary structures an the site and the main dwelfing. New buildings tl�at replicate detariorated structures shauld appear authen8c from a distance but should mafntain sufficienf subtle diffetences to reveal their true date of construction. II-C•5. Inimduce new outbuildings and accessory buildings,if necessary,that maintain the historic character af the site. Consider the compaUbiliry of a proposed structure in terms of locadon,scale and proportion,form and materiais,and detaii and flnish. New construc6on should not duplicate historfc buildings but should complement Orange County�'s architectural traditions. 1 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 62 ��. O DESIGN STANDARDS for Fences and Waqs il-b•1. Retain and preserve contributing fencas and walls including their original material,decorative and functional ' detailing,height and configuraflon. 1!•D 2. Maintafn and protect the surfaces,features,and details of fiences and walis ihrough appropriate meihods. Repair defieriorated or damag�!surfaces and fea#ures using traditional methods. ftepaint paintad fences and walls to extend useful life. Il-D-3. Replace deferforated or damaged features of histaric fences or walls to match orlgina)in size,shape,material, � dimension,pattern,texfure,color and detail. Replace oniy the deteriorated porfion or detai4 of a feafure raUter than the entire feature whenever possibie. Consider compa6ble subsGfute materials only if vsirtg the original material is not technically feasibie. fi-D-4. Rep{ace a missing historic fence or waii feature wifh a new feature based upon accuraie documenta6on of the . original cx arlth a new design compatible with ihe{andmark building and site in conflguration,scaie,height,material and detaiL Il-D-S. Introduce new fences and walls only in locat�ons and configurations that are cansistent with ihe character of the landmark building and site. ConstrucE new fences and walls of tr�itlonal materials in designa compatible with the landmark buiiding and sife in scale,materfal,height,and detail. The HPC discourages ihe use of synthetic materEal such as vinyl fencing. If vinyi fencing is the only feasible aitemative,consider using wood fencing along ihe public right-of-ways and the same type of fencing in vinyl along the remaining prope�ty lines. II-D•6. Introduce uGlifarian fences(such as chain fink or eiectricj and wa[is,if necessary,only in loca6ans that witt not diminish the overall historic character af the landmark buiiding and site. E DESIGN STANDARDS for Waikwavs.Drtvewavs and On-sfte Parkinq � II�E•1:Rekafn and preserve walkways,driveways,and parking areas that are sfgnificant in deflning the overaii hisforic character of the site including their widfh,conflguratlon,scale,materials,curbing,and related plantlngs. 11-E 2. Repair deteriorated or damaged walkways,driveways,and parking areas through t�adiflanai meihads of repair. - � ° 11-E-3. Repiace deteriorated or damaged fealures of walkways,driveways,or pa�king araas wifh materials that are com�atlbie in appearance,color,and texture. Replace only the deteriorated portfon ar detaiE of a feature rather than the entire feafure,whenever possible. II-E-4. Infiroduce new walkways,driveways,or parking areas,if necessary,in unobirusive locatians that do not compromise charac6er-defining elevaqons or imporfant site features or views. il-E-5. Prateet mature vegetatian and significant sife features from damage caused by the conshuction af new walkways, ddveways,and parking areas. II-E•6. Illuminate waikways,dr�veways,and parking areas ln a manner cansistent with the hisioric character of the site. F DESIGN STAWDARDS far Cemeteries and ArahaeoiQaicat Features II-F•1. Retain and preserve�historie cemeteries on landmark sites including any visuai charact�ristics of the cemet�ry,such as a stone wall,that contribute to the overafl historic character of the landmark site. 11=F-2. Maintain and protect cemetery feaiures through trad[tional methads af repait and appropriate pruning of plan6ngs. Repair defe�orated cemetery site features thraugh Uadifionai melhods of repair and appropriate pruning of plantings. il-F-3. Replace deteriorated or missing cemetery site features such as benches,fences,walls,grave marlters,pathways, and plantings with new features that are compatible with the historic character of the cemetery and the landmark site. 11-F-4. L�ate new site feaFures and planting in ways that maintain or enhance fhe historic character of the cemetery and the landmark site. II-F-S. Preserve and protect all known cemeteries and archaeological resources on the property from consi�ucfion and yard work. Reduce potentlai damage to known and unknown archaeologica{resources by minimizing site disturbances and changes that impac4 site terrain, It is not appropriate to use heavy machinery or equipment an sites as daing so may damage important archaeologieal resources, It-F•6. P�Ior to any site changes,survey and record the site,using professional archaeologisfs and contemporary archaeol�gical methads,ta determine the potential impac#of disturbances on any known or unknown archaeologfcal �esources. II•F-7. Record arehaeologlcal evidence fhat is uncovered during site work if the resources cannot be preserved in place, G DESIGN STANDARDS far Exterior Lis�htinc� tl-G•1. Retain and preserve exterior lighiing fixtures that co�tribute to the overaA histaric character of the site,particularly the main dwelling. If-C3-2. Replace damaged,deterlorated,or missfng exterior Ifghting fixtures with new flxtures fhat are either simiiar to the original{n material,appearance,detail,and scale or campatible with the historic landmark and site in material,appearance, and scale. 11-G-3. Introduce and locate new exteriar lighting ihat does not detract from the historic character of the site. Check with Orange County Planning Staff to ensure thaf any ligh#ing proposals comply with the zoning ordinance. 1 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 63 72. H DESIGN 3TANDARDS far Sianaae . II-H-9. Refafn and preserve histaric signage,including iEs desfgn and color. 11-H-2. Repiace missing,deteriarated,or damaged signs witit new signs that are compatible with the�aracter of the property in scale,material,design,a�d color. II-H-3. Minlmize the quantity of new signage and locate signage so it does nat diminish lhe architectural ar histaric character of the landmark building,structure or site. 11-H•4. liluminate new signage in a manner consistent with the historic characier af the landmark building and site. IIi. Maintenance&Exterior Changes A DESIGN STANDARDS for M�intenance and Exterior Changes IIl-A-1. Ail buildings located wifhin desfgrtated landmark prope�ies shouki be maintain�properfy. (See Secfion B Materia{s:Wood,Masonry,Architectural Metals,and Roofing for�nore informa�on about the appropriate techniques fa� di�ferenl buiiding elements.) III-A•2. Trees and vegeiation sa�rounding Local Landmark buildings should ba Uimmed and pruned as necessary to prevent long-term damage to adjacent sUuctures, B D�SIGN STANDARDS for Materials-�Wood � III-B-1.Retain and preserve historlc wood fabric such as siding,trim and details,and wood features that ara significant in deflning the overall historic character of a contributing buifding,siructure,or s(te. III-B-2. Maintain and protect wood features and surfaces with approprlate methods,always using the genUest effecfive mefhod. Regular maintenance should include termite inspection andlor beatment. IIf-B-3. Repaly deterlorated or damaged wood feafures through traditional patching,consolidating(with epoxy},piecing,or reinf�rcing by other accepted preservation meihods. III-B,4. f2eplace deteriorated or damaged wood features,if necessary,to match ihe original in deslgn,materlal, dimension,and detail. Replace only the deteriorated pcxtlon or detail of a feature rather than the entire feature whenever possible. Conslder compatible subsUfute materiais only if using the original material is not technically feasible. It is not , appropriate to replace ar cover wooden features such as siding,trim,or window sash with oontemporary substiEute materials such as vinyl,masonite,or afuminum. in most cases,the HPC will deny requests to do so. Covering original fabric with subsGtute materfals can trap moisture within the wall surface and damage the inner layers of sfdfng—and evenfualiy the wall framfng system. III-B•5. Replace a missing wood feature with a new feature based upon accurate documentatlon of the orfginal or a new design compaGble wfth the seale,size,materlal,and color of the Locai l.andmark building. It is not appropriate to intraduce wood fealures or details to a Locat Landmark building in an effort to create a faise historic appearanoe. IIt-B-6. Mos#wood buiidings should be protecEed wifh paint or clear wood preservative to protect the material from exposure to weather. The NPC daes not regulate paint coEors,but recammends the use of quality paint producfs in traditional colors. �DESIGN STAPIDARDS for Materlals—Masonrv III-B»7. Retain and preserve masonry#eaiures such as brick,stone,concrete,terracotta,arid st�cco thaE are signiftcant in deflning!he overall historic character of a Local Landmark building struciure or site. Ili•B•8. Maintain and protect masonry features and surfaces by appropriate methads. Test any propased cleaning or pafnt-removing technique well in advance on an inconspicuoas sample area. It is not appropriate to use destruc#ive cleaning techniques such as sandblasting,power vuashing,ar high-pressure water blasting on historic masanry surfaces. Use chemica{cleaners only iF genqer methods like low-pressure washing are ine�ective. ' I!i•B-9. It is not appropriate to paint or coat an unpainted masonry surface if it was not pafnted or coated historically. Repaint previausly painted masonry surfaces in tradi[ional colors--appropriate to ihe hisforic character of t�e property. III•B•10. Repair deferiorated ar damaged masonry su�faces and features through b�aditlonal methods fo�consolida�ng, piecing-in,or patching. Repoint masonry mortar jaints if the mortar is cracked,dateriorated,or missing or if mois[ure pene#rallon of the masonry surface is evident. Prior to repolnting,use hand tools to carefully remove loase and , deteriarated moriar. Replace mortar with new mortar to match ihe origina!in composiUon,strength,coior,and fexture. Duplicate the width and profile af the original mortarjoints. If is not appropriate to subsiittute modem coatings such as water repellents for repainting or repairing hlstoric masonry. Consider such coafings onlyif traditiona!repair techniques , fail to eliminate moisture proBlems. IIl-B-11. Replace deferlorafed ar damaged masanry features,If.necessary,to match the orfginal in design,material, dimensfon,and detail. Repface anly the deteriorated portion or defail of a feafure rather than the entire feature whenever possiMe. .Consider compatible substltute materials anly if using tha orlgfnal materials are not fechnically feasible. IH-B-12. Repface a m[ssing masonry feature with a new feature based upon accurate documentatian ofi the original ar a new design compatible with the scale,size,material,and color of the Loca{Landmark buildfng. tl!•8-13. It Is not appropriate fo introduce new masonry features,such as a large temple-front parch,or details fo a building,on a designated property,in an effort to create a false historic apqearance. 1 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 64 73. B DEStGN STANDARDS for Mater{als-Architecturai Metats Iit-&14. Retain and p�eserve architectural metals,matalllc features,surfaces,as well as their form,pattem,detai{,color and texture,thcough approprfate meEhods. � NI•B•15. Clean soft metals with ehemica{cleaning solutions using ihe least intrusive method. Test�rst to assure that they do not damage the metal ar its flnish. Do nat clean soft metal surfaces with harsh abraslve methods. I(I•B-1S. Repaint architectural metal surfaces,when needed,using paint t�at is appropriate for the use. (Staff can provide assistance as necessary.} III-B-17. Repair deteriorated or damaged architecturai sarfaces and features using Vaditional methods for reinforcing, spBcing,or patching. - {A-B•18. Repiace deteriorated or damaged architectura!meia!only if necessary.<Match the original design,rnaterial, dimension,and detaiL Replace onfy fhe deterforated portion or detail rather ihan the entire feature whenever possibie. Consic�r compatible substitute material anly if using the original material is technica{ty not feasibte. fll-&19. tieplace a missing architecturai metaf feature with a new feature based upon accurate documenta�an of the origtnal or a new design campa6ble with the scale,size,material,and calor of ihe building on the loca!l.andmark P�pe1�Y• B DESIGN STANDARDS for Matertals—Roofina III-&20. The original roof material shouid be p�eserved whenever possibfe. Ifl-&21. R�f trim(fas�la,soffit etc.)should be mafntained and preserved. Necessary repairs shali be made using the same materials and the same pattem as the orfginal detaiL � III-B-22. Roof material on new addifions shtwld be compafible wifh exisfing roofs in material,type,color,etc. C DESIGN STANDARDS for Size�nd Scat__e ' IIbC-1. Malntain fhe size and scale of aU contributing buildings,especially the main house. Obvfously constructing an �dition will increase the size of a twilding. 7F�e addiGon should not dwatf the older porBons of the building or be so dominant that fhe buiiding fakes on an entireiy different character. IfI-C-Z. The proposal for any new addition should Incorpotate one ar more of the three cammon design tools:a cannecling breeieway,an eievation setback,or a change of materials. Iil-C-3. Maintain the relationship between the contribuGng buildings. Contributing buildings described in the designation Researoh Report shou{d not become overshadowed by new buiidings,e�usting non-con�ibuting buildings,or enlarged cantributing buildings,which vuere originally small, C DES{GN STAIdDARDS for Pr000rtian and Rhvthrn Ill-C-A. 7he combination of projecting and recessed features such as porches,doors and windows creates a sense oi rhythm that should be maintained. IIl-C-5. New additions should mafntain ihe propo�tion and rhythm of the existing building. III•C•6. �ront porches should be preserved as autdoor spaces. Requests to enclose porches in screen may be approved; requests to campietely endose porches wlth solid walis win likely be denied. III-G7. Porch posts and decorative trim should be maintained and preserved. Porch suppo�ts should noi be replaced with metal or synthetic posts. Porch trim should aot be removed,hidden,or simplified under synthetic siding. IIl-C•8. I#the porch on a designated property has to be replaced,the original porch shauld be repraduced as closeEy as possible. If ihe removed porch is not original to t�e house,the applicant shalf undertake sufllcient research to determine an appropriake porch design based on the age of the house,fts styie and dehailing. New porches and related Uimwork should never attempt to predate the house or to be overly elaborate. C DESIGN STANDARDS for Windaws and poors III•G9. 7he HPC encaurages the use of storm windows to pmtect histaic windows from deterioration. Ilt-C-14. F�xisting windows and doors should be maintained and preserved, IIl-C-11. 4Uhen windows must be replaced,new units should be the same slze,type,design,and materiaf as the orlginal windows. III�C-12. Windows and doors should never be removed,or`covered over"withou#repiacement Windows or doors that are not used.can be endosed using a traditlonal method such as lauvered blinds to create a"false"door ar window without disrupdng the balance. I!I•C•13. The HPC discourages the use of replacement aluminum or vinyl windows on contribufing buiidings consUucted � with wood windows. IIi-C-14. When new windows are used far an additlon or detached new construcfion project,unifs shouid have panes wif� ind'nriduai wood muntins{Uue-divided flghfs}. Windows with"snap-in°muntin grids are inappropriate for historic buildings. The HPG will discourage their use unless no other cost-effecfive altemaGve is availabie. The HPC will consider new technologEcal advances on a case-by-case basis. 1 9/27/2010 Draft Orange Counfy Design Standards 65 �� C DESIGN 37ANDARDS for Roo#lines and Roof Details tll-C-15. The original roof pitcli and the ridge height should be retained. The canshvction of any new darmers or skylights should nof be visible ftom any publ(c road and shouid be on the leas#visible sectfons of the roof from within the property boundary. ill-C-18. AIt chimneys should be preserved and repaired using the same material,paftems,and methods as the origina! constnlction. New chimneys should not visually compete wifh arigina!chimneys. C DESIGN STANDARDS for Other Imaortant Yisual Features ill-G17. All characfer-deflning elements and exter'ar features should be presenred. tll-C-18. Elements that cannot be repalred should be repiaced in kind. tl1-C-19. Additions,and new construcGon,should never dominate e�sting build(ngs. De#ails(roofline,door,and window him)and ofher visually important molding on additfons and new freestanding bufldings should be visualiy compatibie with defaiis on existing buiidings. New trim should mainfain the proportions of the ariglnal U�im in a simplifed version;it should never overpower ihe ariginai#rim. Moreover,new ttim should never predate an exisfing structure anless it is part of a researched restoration or repraducfion project. D DESEGN STAIdpARD3 for Reversibilitv III-D�1. Large additions should be cons#ructed as stand-alone units placed abngside exisifng bulidings,not integrated into the structu�e. Additions shauld be consGvctad so that they can be removed fn the future should circumsfances change. ffl-D-2. Care should be used when locating new or moved buiidings to a Loca!Landmark property. New detached • construction and relocated older buildings should 6e able to be removed from the site without altering ihe overall character of the property. New or maved buitdings should nof diminish fhe historic integrity of the Local Landmark property by Eheir iacation on the site. � (See Standards ior Introducing Buildings to a Landmark Property.} E DESIGN STAMDARDS for Utitities and Enerav Retrofit • tll-E-1. Refain and preserve traditiona!or inherent energy-conserving features of the histaric 6uildings such as porches, screen doors,etc. q1-E-2. Install narraw profile exterf�r or interior storm windows so that they do not damage or obscure e�asGng sash and ' wlndow frames for energy efficiency. Choose stam windows fhaf are painted or flnished wifh a color compaGble wilh the exisfing sash color. if coverfng double-hung windoaus,select operable starm windows with dividers that align with existing sash division. !!1-E•3. Install fiull-light storm doors,constructed of wood or aluminum pa(nted or finished with a color that is compatible wlth the calor of tfie existing door for energy efficlency. Install storm doors so that the origlnal doors and frames are not obscured or damaged, Iq•E-4. InstaN mechanical systems with care so alteraffons to the contributing historic building are minimized and iEs character-defining elevations and features are nof compromised. ill-E-5. Locate new transformers,meters,pipes,and mechanical or communicaiion-related equipment as inconspicuous{y as possible,usually in rear yard locafions or along non-character-defining elevations. Screen mechanical or communica�on equipment with landscaping or opaque fendng. po not locate new mechan€caf or communication-related equipment(sateilite dishes,solar panels,etc.)on roois or elsvations visible from the road,or visible on the approach to the front door. Inspect and repair roof surfaces before installing solar panels. Consider lnstaHing solar panels on garage roofs with sou#h-facing exposares instead af the house roaf to limit the patent{ai for interior damage shoul�the roof leak. III-E-6. Locale portable air-condiiioning unifs,if needed,on rear or non-character-defining elevatians. 111•E-7. The use of underground wir(ng is encauraged where possible,but be sure to protect signiflcant site features, including archaeological resources and mature vegetation,from damage if underground utility and communicatlon lines are installed. F DESIGN S7'ANDARDS for Accessibilitv and Safetv Considerations IN•F•1. Determine if solutions fa ADA requirements are compatible with preserving fhe Local Landmark property's historic character and setting. fll•F•2. Seek input from Iocal disability groups and preservafion specialists in developing appropriate solutions to accessibiiity. Ilt-�-3. When possible lacafe accessibility and lffe safety changes such as ramps,elevator additions,and fire doors an fhe rear elevation or a non-character-defining efevation of the Local Landmark building. 11!•F•4. Design any new ar additlonal means of access or egress sa that the change is reversible and the original design of the his#oric entrance or porch is not compromised, 1 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 66 75. IV introductng Buifdings to a l.andmark Property A DESIGN STANDARDS for Historic Value 8 Int�qritv IV•A•1. While new sUuctares should be piaced in their iraditionat I�ations{eg.,a new barn near agricultural buiidings,a �new garage near the main house)they should be separaie from contributing bufMings or ciusters af contributing buildings, wfienever posslble, New or relacated buildings shoutd a�so avoid impartant landscape features or vistas. I#the designation application does not contafn a recommended lacation for additional structures,the NPC wil{work vrith the property owner to determine possible locations for the new or relocated building. !V-A•2. New bulldings or relocated older buildings shouid always be placed on a Local Landmark praperty in a way that wlll allow�ar their poten6a!removal and wili maintain fhe site's historic cantext. IV•A•3. New buiidings shoutd be visualiy compatible w[th confributing buildings on the site,buf should not copy existing st�ucfures. Visitors to a Local Landmark properly shauld be able to understand the progression of conshuction on the sife. !V-A•4. Reproductions should oniy be undertaken with accurate documenta�ion of a specific building from�he site. These new sfructures should be identified as a reproducfion elther by smap differences in detail,such as different colored mortar, different paint color from other buildings in the complex,or labeled with a small plaque or sign. (V-A•5. When considering appNca6ans for relocating oider 6uiidings,the HPC will always ask if fhe bufiding has to be moveri. IV•A•6. Re►ocated oider bui(dings should be differentiated from the exisftng buildings cnnsUucted on site. Proposals to retocate structures that predate the landmark's pe�iod of signiflcance shail be subjecfed to a highec level of scrutiny. Substan�a!buildings should not be reiocated to Local Landmark properties containing only small vernacular struciures, where fhey will dominate the exis6ng complex. B DESlGId STANDARDS for Visuat Character fV•B•1. New buildings should never visually dominate the local Landmark or compete with individuai cantributing buildings on the site. IV•B-2. The designs for new buildings shoufd take their cues from exlsUng structures on the site. New 6u�idings shouid not attempt Yo copy an existing building feature by feature,but should 6e visually compatible with the contributing buildings in terms af scale and proportion,form and materiafs,and detail and finish. The elevaffons for propased new buildings should maintain the general rhyihm(the combinatlon of projecfing and�ecessed features,and the bafance af door and window openings to wali area)of�he surrounding structures. New canstructfon should also incorporate naflve building materials. !V-&3. In mast cases the HPC will�ecommend ihat new construction or relocated buildings be piaced away from public roads ta limit their visual fntrusion on ihe historic site. IV•B�t. Property owners may reconstruct buildings on exisfing foundations,parBcularly if suf�cienf physEcal or documentary evidence is available to detennine what the building looked like. The NPC will work wifh the applicant to ensure fhat the reconsfruction is accurate, Signage shauld be placed near the reconstrucfed building to document when if was erected. V Removing Buildfngs from a Landmark Property A DESIGN STANDARDS for Retocation V•A,1. Before reloca6ng any building on a landmark site document the exisfing landmark set6ng and site conditians with photographs and ather written or graphic means such as site plans. V-A•2. Min'smize damage to the landmark structure during and after the move by: • Assessing ifs sUuctural conditions priar to the move; • Taking all necessary precautions to prevent damage during the move; � • Working wlth conUactars experienced in maving historic structures;and • Securing and profecting the shucture from weather damage and vandalism. . V-A-3. Select a new site for the landmark struciure that is compatlble in character wifh its ortginal setting. Consider campadbility of the proposed site in terms of the larger context of surrounding properBes as well as the refocated buildfng's seiback,arientation,and distance from other buildings. V-A-4. Review propased site changes and landscapin.g for fhe new site according to alf pertinent guidelines. V-A-S. ProtPC#slgnificant slte features(topography,viewsheds,(andscaping)af the original site and ttte new site from damage during and after the move. 1 2 3 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 67 ��. �, . B�DESIGN S7ANDA�DS for Demolftion V•B-1. Seek altematives to demotition by working with fhe HPC tnd other interested parties. V•B-2. Documenf the exis6ng Local Landmark and its setting thr �ugh photagraphs and other written or graphic means, such as site plans and drawings,prior to demolition. V•B•3. Salvage reusable architectural materials and features p�i r to demalifion,or provide an oppoftunity for others to salvage thase materials. • V-B•4. Submit ta the NPC a schematic plan iilustrating the propo ed post-demoli6on site treatmenf prior to demalltion. , V-B-S. Profect significant site features including fandscaping and �rchaeological resources from damage during demoiition. V-B-6. Clear the site promptfy and fhoroughty followiRg demo(itio . V-B-7. Itnplement approved site plan#or canstructing a new buildi ig or refoca6ng an existing building to the site promptly following demolition. HPC DISCUSSION and/or FURTHER DESIGN STANDA�zD BREAKDQWN I , , , , I -� � i i --- i I i �i I � i � � � � il 1 , 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards � 68 7 7, ACTION: Made a MOTION T�: APPRUVE,APPROVE WITH CONDITIONS,ar DENY Based on: SUMMARY OF APPkICABL� STANDARDS AND FINDI.NG OF FACT CONDITIONS: 1. 2. 3. �4. 5. Seconded the AAotion Vote: 1. 2. 5. 3. 6. 4. 7. HPC Chair Date 1 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 69 78. 1 APPEND/X C 2 3 4 The National Register Criteria for Evaluation 5 6 The following criteria are designed to guide the states, federal agencies, and the Secretary of the 7 Interior in evaluating potential entries for the National Register. 8 9 The quality of significance in American history, architecture, archaeology, and culture is present in 10 districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects that possess integrity of location, design, setting, 11 materials, workmanship, feeling, and association, and: 12 A. that are associated with events that have made significant contribution to the broad 13 patterns of our history; or 14 B. that area associated with the lives of persons significant in our past; or 15 C. that embody the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction, or 16 that represent the work of a master, or that possess high artistic vafues, or that represent 1'7 a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction; 18 or 19 D. that have yielded, or may be likely to yield, information important in prehistory or history. 20 21 Criteria Considerations(Exceptions):Ordinarily cemeteries, birthplaces, or graves of historical 22 figures, properties owned by religious institutions or used for religious purposes, structures that have 23 been moved from their original locations, reconstructed historic buildings, properties primarily 24 commemorative in nature, and properties that have achieved significance within the past 50 years 25 shal! not be considered eligible for the National Register. However, such propertie�v✓ill qualify if th��y 26 are integral parts of districts that do meet the criteria of if they fall within the following categories: 27 28 A. a religious property deriving primary significance from architectural or artistic distinction or 29 historical importance; or , 30 B. a building or structure removed from its original location but which is significant primarily 31 for architectural value, or which is the surviving structure most importantly associated with 32 a historic person or event; or 33 C. a birthplace or grave of a historical figure of outstanding importance if there is no other 34 appropriate site or building directly associated with his or her productive life; or 35 D. a cemetery that derives its primary significance from graves of persons of transcendent 36 importance, from age, from distinctive design features, or from association with historic 37 events; or 38 E. a reconstructed building when accurately executed in a suitable environment and 39 presented in a dignified manner as part of a restoration master plan, and when no other 40 building or structure with the same association has survived; or 41 F. a property primarily commemorative in intent if design, age, tradition, or symbolic value 42 has invested it with its own historical significance; or 43 G. a property achieving significance within the past 50 years if it is of exceptional importance. 44 45 46 Applying the Criteria 47 The two principal issues to consider in determining eligibility for the National Register are 48 "significance"and"integrity." 49 50 A property may have "significance"for association with important events or patterns of history 51 (criterion A);for association with an important historical figure (criterion 8);as an important example of 52 period architecture, landscape, or engineering(criterion C); or for the information it is likely to yield 53 (criterion D, applied to archaeological sites and districts, and sometimes applied to certain types of 54 structures). A National Register nomination must demonstrate how a property is significant in at feast 55 one of these four areas. For properties nominated under criterion A, frequently cited areas of 56 significance are agriculture, community planning and development, social history, commerce, industry, 57 politics and government, education, recreation and culture, and others. For technical reasons, 58 criterion 8(significant person) nominations are rare. Criferion C(architecture) is cited for most, but not 59 alJ, nominations of historic buildings. Archaeological sites are always nominated under criterion D, but 60 may also have significance under one or more of the other three criteria. 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 70 �`�. 1 2 Properties are nominated at either a local, state, or national level of significance depending on the 3 geographicat range of the importance of a property and its associations. The level of significance 4 must be justified in the nomination. The majority of properties(about 70%) are listed at the local level 5 of significance. The level of significance has no effect on the protections or benefits of listing. 6 7 Besides meeting one or more of the above criteria, a property must also have"integrity"of"location, 8 design, setting, materials, workmanship, feeling, and association." This means that the property must 9 retain enough of its historic physical character(or in the case of archaeological sites, intact 10 archaeological features)to represent its historic period and associates adequately. ll 12 All prope►ties change over time, and in some cases past alterations can take on historical significance 13 in their own right. The degree to which more recent, incompatible, or non-historic alterations are 14 accepfable depends on the type of property, its rarity, and its period and area of significance. 15 Buildings with certain types of alterations are usually turned down by the National Register Advisory 16 Committee. For example, 19�h and early 20�h century wood frame buildings that have been brick 17 veneered in the mid-twentieth century are routinely turned down for loss of historic integrity. 18 19 The Criteria Exceptions 20 The criteria excludes birthplaces and graves of historical figures, cemeteries, religious properties, 21 moved buildings, reconstructions, commemorative properties, and properties less than 50 years old, 22 with certain exceptions. The following exceptions are sometimes encountered: 23 24 Historic churches that retain sufficient architectural integrity can usually be suecessfully nominated 25 under criterion C (architecture), sometimes together with criterion A for social or religious history. . 26 27 Cemeteries may sometimes successfully be nominated under criterion C when they retain important 28 examples of historic stone carving, funerary art, and/or landscaping, and they also may be eligible 29 under criterion A or criterion D. However, both the National Register Advisory Committee and the 30 National Register have turned down nominations of graves when the historical importance of the 31 deceased is the sole basis for the nomination. The National Register was created primarily to 32 recognize and protect historic places and environments that represent how people lived, worked, and 33 built in the historic past. Human burials are recognized and protected under other laws and programs. 34 35 Moved buildings may sometimes be successfully nominated under criterion C for architecture when 36 they remain in their historic communities and the new setting replicates the original setting. The point 37 to remember is that the program is called the National Register of Historic Places, not Historic 38 Buildings or Historic Things, because significance is embodied in locations and settings as well as in 39 the structures themselves. Buildings moved great distances, buildings moved into incompatible 40 settings(such as a farmhouse moved into an urban neighborhood or a downtown residence moved to 41 a suburb), and collections of buildings moved from various locations to create a pseudo-historic 42 "village"are routinely turned down. In some cases, the relocation of a historic building to a distant or 43 incompatible setting may be the last and only way to save it, and such an undertaking may be 44 worthwhile. However, sponsors of such a project must understand that the property subsequently may 45 not be eligible for the National Register. 46 47 If a property is less than 50 years old, it can be nominated only if a strong argument can be made for 48 exceptional significance. For example, Dorton Arena on the State Fairgrounds was completed in 49 1953. It was successfully nominated to the National Register in 1973 as one of the most important 50 examples of modernism in post-VWVII American architecture. 51 52 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 71 �o. 1 APPENDIX D 2 3 � 4 The Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation 5 6 A national set of standards for the preservation of historic buildings was developed by the United 7 States Department of the Interior in 1976. The ten standards which address the rehabilitation of 8 historic buildings provide guidance to preservation commissions across the country, including the 9 Orange County Historic Preservation Commission. The Rehabilitation Branch of the North Carolina 10 Division of ArchiVes and History (the State Historic Preservation Office) uses the Secretary of the 11 Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation when reviewing rehabilitation tax credit applications. It should 12 be noted, however, that although Standard#1 addresses building use, use is not reviewed by the 13 HPC. The Secretary's Standards, as they are often referred to, are listed below in their most current 14 version (1992). 15 16 1. A property shall be used as it was historically or be given a new use that requires minimal change 17 to its distinctive materials, features, spaces, and spatial relationships. 18 19 2. The historic character of a property shall be retained and preserved. The removal of distinctive 20 materials or alteration of features, spaces, and spatial relationships that characterize a property shall 21 be avoided. . 22 23 3. Each property shall be recognized as a physical record of its time, place and use. Changes that z4 create a false sense of historical development, such as adding conjectural features or elements from 25 other historic properties shall not be undertaken. 26 27 4. Changes to a property that have acquired historic significance in their own right shall be retained 28 and preserved. 29 30 5. Distinctive materials, features, finishes, and construction techniques or examples of craftsmanship 31 that characterize a property shall be preserved. 32 33 6. Deteriorated historic features shall be repaired rather than replaced. Where the severity of 34 deterioration requires replacement of a distinctive feature, the new feature shall match the old in 35 design, color, texture, and, where possible, materials. Replacement of missing features shall be 36 substantiated by documentary and physical evidence. 37 38 7. Chemical or physical treatments, if appropriate, shall be undertaken using the gentlest means 39 possible. Treatments that cause damage to historic materials shall not be used. 40 41 8. Archaeological resources shall be protected and preserved in place. If such resources must be 42 disturbed, mitigation measures shall be undertaken. 43 44 9. New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction shall not destroy historic materials, 45 features, and spatial relationships that characterize the property. The new work shall be differentiated 46 from the old and shall be compatible with the historic materials, features, size, scale and proportion, 47 and massing to protect the integrity of the property and its environment. 48 49 10. New additions and adjacent or related new construction shall be undertaken in such a manner 50 that, if removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of the historic property and its 51 environment would be unimpaired. 9/27/2010 Draff Orange County Design Standards 72 �/, � APPEND/X E 2 3 4 Glossary of Architectural Terms s 6 Addition: Any new construction attached to an existing physical structure. 7 8 Alteration: Any change—structural or decorative—made to an existing structure. 9 10 Appropriateness: Stylistic adherence or compatibility of a change or proposed change to an existing 11 structure or property. 12 13 Appurtenance: Any structural appendage or contributing adjunct structure to a property. 14 15 Architectural Detail: Decorative features of a structure/building—such as frefinrork[see below] along 16 eaves, columns, balustrades, etc. 17 18 Balance: Harmony with regard to proportion and design. 19 20 Bay: A space between principal structural members; in a timber-framed building, the space between 21 posts. 22 23 Brace: A metal or wood member used to stiffen or support a structure. 24 25 Bracket: A right-angled member projecting from a wall to support a weight, such as a cornice [see �6 below]. 27 28 Certificate of Appropriateness(COA): The document issued by the HPC after approving a proposed 29 alteration, restoration or addition to a designated Local Landmark. Essential for maintaining LLP status. 30 31 Colonial Revival: An architectural style marked by a symmetrical facade with balanced windows and 32 center front door, often with sidelights. Door usually has decorative crown or pediment supported by 33 pilasters or slender columns to form an entry porch. Windows are double-hung with multi-pane glazing. 34 This style has many subtypes. 35 36 Compatibility: Acceptable effect of proposed changes in relation to an existing structure or property. 37 38 Contributing: An outbuilding on the property of a designated or prospective Local Structure Landmark 39 property that adds to the historical significance of the main building or the setting—e.g., a barn, well 40 house. 41 42 Cornice: In classical architecture, the upper-most part of a three-art entablature. Term commonly applied 43 to almost any horizontal molding forming a main decorative feature—e.g., crown molding. 44 45 Craftsman Style: Also referred to as"bungalow" style. An architectural style marked by its low-pitched 46 roof with wide, unenclosed eave overhang. Roof rafters often are exposed, and decorative [false] beams 47 or braces added under gables. Tapered square columns support full or partial-width porches. 48 49 District, Historic: A group of historically-significant buildings located in a defined geographical area and 50 protected as an entity. 51 52 Eaves: Lower edge of a sloping roof; that part of a building which projects over the exterior wall. 53 54 Elevation: A drawing of one wall or face of a building, showing all lines of true dimension, both vertically 55 and horizontally. 56 57 Fascia: In classical architecture, a flat horizontal molding with little projection, often supported on 58 columns. Otherwise, a board covering the ends of rafters. 59 60 Fretwork: Ornamental openwork or interlaced work often found on Victorian houses. 9/27/2090 Draft Orange County Design Standards 73 ��, 1 2 Gable: Vertical triangular portion of the end of a building having a double-sloped roof. 3 4 Gable Wall: Any wall crowned by a gable. 5 6 Greek Revival: An architectural style marked by low-pitch roof line with wide bands of trim on cornice 7 line of roof and porches. Most have porches—either entry or full-width—supported by prominent columns, 8 usually Doric. Sidelights and transom lights often are incorporated into elaborate door surround. 9 ' 10 Harmony: See°Compatibility"above. No change to a Local Landmark should disrupt its stylistic i 11 harmony. 12 13 Hip Roof: Roof that slopes upward from all sides of a four-sided building. 14 15 "I" House: A vernacular term used to describe two-story houses, one room deep and two or more 16 rooms wide. Tall thin profile also suits"I" house designation. Employed as a common short-cut term, yet 17 has no basis in traditional architectural language. Myriad such houses are found in Orange County. 18 19 Italianate: An architectural style in which the building is two or three stories, having low-pitched roof with 20 widely overhanging eaves with decorative brackets below. Narrow windows often arch or curve above. 21 Often has square cupola or tower. 22 � 23 Landscape, Historic: 24 Designed: A landscape consciously designed or laid out by a landscape architect, master 25 gardener, or amateur gardener working in a recognizable style or tradition. May be associated with a 26 sigr�ificant person, trend or event in landscape architecture; or may illustrate an important development in 27 the theory and practice of landscape architecture. 28 Aesthetic value plays a significant role. 29 30 Vernacular: A landscape shaped by the occupancy and activities of people; evolved over time, 31 through use. Reflects the physical, biological, social and cultural character and attitude of the everyday 32 life of an individual, family, or community. May be a single property such as a country garden, or a 33 collection of properties such as an agricultural district. 34 Function plays a significant role. 35 36 Ethnographic: A landscape containing heritage resources—i.e., a variety of cultural and natural 37 resources associated with a particular group of people. Examples include contemporary settlements, 38 sacred or religious sites, ceremonial grounds, and massive geological structures. Plant communities, 39 , animals and subsistence areas, often are components. 40 41 Light: A pane of glass, a window or a compartment of a window. 42 43 Mullion: A vertical member separating—and often supporting—windows, doors, or panels set in series. 44 45 Muntin: A secondary framing member to hold the panes of glass within a window. 46 47 Non-Contributing: A building located on the property of a designated or prospective local landmark or 48 historic district that lends no particular architectural or historical significance to the setting. 49 50 Queen Anne Style: An architectural style marked by a steeply pitched roof of irregular shape with 51 dominant front-fa�ade gable. Patterned shingles and bay windows deny a smooth-wall appearance. Also 52 has asymmetrical fa�ade with numerous porches, and often includes Victorian freiwork. 53 54 Rake Board: A board or molding along the sloping edge of a gable; covers the edges of the siding. 55 56 Site, Historic: A setting or natural area significant for its association with an historic event, activity or 57 person. Examples include battlefields and presidential homesteads. 58 59 Soffit: Invisible underside of structural members such as staircases, cornices, beams, a roof overhang or 60 eave. 9/27/2010 Draft Orange Counfy Design Standards 74 ��. 1 2 Spandrel: In classical architecture, an area, roughly triangular in shape, forming the junction of two 3 adjoining arches. 4 5 Triple"A" House: A local term describing a house with two side gables and one front gable. 6 7 Vergeboard: A board which hangs from the projecting end of a roof, covering the gables�ften richly 8 carved, particularly on Victorian houses. 9 10 Victorian Style: An architectural style featuring porches with spindlework detailing, or flat jigsaw-cut trim 11 befinreen columns. Often with spandrels [see above] between posts and brackets under eaves. 12 13 14 9l27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 75 �y i 9/27/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 76 85 � APPENDIX F 2 3 4 List of Contacts 5 6 7 Orange County Department of Environment, Agriculture, Parks and Recreation s Natural and Cultural Division 9 PO Box 8181 —306 Revere Road io Hillsborough, NC 27278 11 (919) 245-2510 or (919) 245-2517 12 (919) 644-3351 (fax) 13 http://www.co.oranqe.nc.us/deapr/nat cul resources.asp 14 is North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office 16 Mailin4 Address: 4617 Main Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-17 1� • National Rectister Coordinator: (919) 807-6587 1g • Rehabilitation Tax Credits for Non Income-producinca buildinas: (919) 807-6574 19 • Rehabilitation Tax Credits for Income-producina buildincts: (919) 807-6585 20 • Restoration Technical Support: (919) 807-6588 21 http://www.hpo.ncdcr.gov/default.htm 22 23 North Carolina Office of State Archaeology 2a Mailinq Address: 4619 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-4619 25 (919) 807-6553 26 http://www.archaeoloqy.ncdcr.gov/ 27 • See http://www.archaeoloctv.ncdcr.gov/ncarch/reportina/cemeterv.htm or call the 28 Office of State Archaeology for information on the North Carolina Cemetery Survey 29 and Protective Legislation, including North Carolina General Statute 70, Art. 3 -The 3o Unmarked Human Burial and Human Skeletal Remains Protection Act. 31 32 National Park Service 33 http://www.nps.qov/history/hps/tps/index.htm 34 3s National Trust of Historic Places 36 http://WWW.nps.QOV/nr/ 37 3s Alliance for Historic Hillsborough 39 150 E King St, Hillsborough, NC 27278-2685 ao (919) 732-7741 41 http://www.historichillsborouah.org/ 42 43 Preservation North Carolina 44 P.O. Box 27644- 220 Fayetteville Street, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27611-7644 45 (919) 832-3652 46 http://www.presnc.orq/ 47 • Piedmont Regional Office (Orange County) 4s P.O. Box 3597 - 3001 Academy Road, Suite 130, Durham, NC 27702-3597 49 (919) 401-8540 50 51 National Trust for Historic Places 52 http://www.preservationnation.orct/ 53 9/28/2010 Draft Orange County Design Standards 77 e& 87 = r � . '��;, ,� ; � j , �� .� _ ,� ,.,. � . - . ,_. , � ., , ,�,r�, �. , .F ,�'4 T - � , ,; , v� � �� -, ��,"�.� . .. , � , .��-r: ��+ • - . ... . . - . . �. r � � ,. ,:,� , ,.,- — —. �,. . ; � � ,,, ti _ ;_s _�� , ,: . ��i�', �r , ;, r , ��` yd e ` y �'�'` �.�''��. " , , `��a,. L a •' � !.jk� �� y..e .,�p��K !�(i:��.:� -� �t ��' . ►� � �� _� �i ��#� !> fi _ � �'�'�� £.'- :'�,�,�� .�*, °'+� �- .:�_ .°` ':t' 1N ��• y,.. . . .. :'�e.. .e1�;�- � .r,:'t_, c � , , . Y'�� '� '' y �� ' �l��h' .�'x��.='� t ,._ � .' � . . ' �. ' ,. , r- . � �•.S'k a �, � �.�`T `i:. :�.4 �1• .. . .. ,� . �� , ..�� . . � , � �`�+� ( I , :f -a`\. +4 . . . : x d._ 1 .�9�h � •a I . . . _ . �.x . $`^—s+�e a � _ •`• _r «. , __ ., • - � • • • . •- � • • • &g o�z p- a o ►o -0�3�7 �achm�er,-�- � � 1 AN ORDINANCE CREATING 2 THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF 3 ORANGE COUNTY 4 5 6 WFIEREAS, the historic heritage of the State of North Carolina is one of our most 7 valued and important assets; and 8 9 WHEREAS, the North Carolina General Statutes authorize counties to safeguard the 10 heritage of the County by preserving any historic sites therein that embody important elements of 11 its cultural, social, economic,political, archaeological or architectural history and to promote the 12 use and conservation of such site for the education,pleasure and enrichment of the residents of 13 the County and State as a whole; and 14 15 WHEREAS, the conservation of historic sites will stabilize and increase the values in 16 their areas and strengthen the overall economy of the State; and 17 18 WHEREAS, the County Commissioners of Orange County desire to safeguard the 19 heritage of the Csounty by preserving historic landmarks and historic districts; to enhance the � 2 0 environmental quality of neighborhoods; to establish and improve property values; and to foster 21 economic development; and 22 ' 2 3 WI3EREAS,the County Commissioners of Orange County do therefore desire to create 2 4 a commission to be known as the Historic Preservation Commission of Orange County to 2 5 perform the duties of regulating historic landmarks and historic districts pursuant to NCGS 2 6 Chapter 160A, Article 19, Part 3C and the provisions of this Oardinance. � 27 2 8 NOW, THEREFORE,BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNTY COMNIISSIONERS 2 9 OF ORANGE COUNTY AS FOLLOWS: 30 31 Article 1.Historic Preservation Commission 32 3 3 Section 1.1 Establishment 34 3 5 Under the authority of Chapter 160A, Article 19, Part 3C, of the North Carolina General 3 6 Statutes, there is hereby established the Orange County Historic Preservation Commission, 3 7 hereafter referred to as the "Commission", consisting of seven(7)members. Members shall 3 8 serve without compensation,but they may be reimbursed for incidental expenses incurred in 3 9 connection with official duties. 40 41 4 2 Section 1.2 Qualifications 43 � 4 4 Amended 4 5 6/7/1993 4 6 Each member shall reside within the territorial jurisdiction of Orange County. In 4 7 addition, all members of the Commission shall have demonstrated special interest, experience or 4 8 education in history, architecture, landscape architecture, archaeology or related fields. 49 1 90� 1 Section 1.3 Tenure 2 3 (a) Each member of the Commission shall be appointed by the Board of � 4 County Commissioners. The tenure of office shall be three (3)years, and appointments shall be 5 made so that one-third(1/3) of the terms expire in February of each calendar year. 6 7 (b) Members are eligible for reappointment for a second consecutive full � 8 term. However, after two (2) consecutive terms, a member shall be ineligible for reappointment 9 for one year after the expiration of the previous terms. In determining eligibility of 10 reappointment, appointments made to fill vacancies for unexpired terms shall not be counted as a 11 term. 12 13 Section 1.4 Meetin�s 14 15 �_A quorum for conducting business of the Commission shall be a majority of the ( 16 appointed members. The Commission shall meet at least once each month; provided, however, a 17 regularly scheduled meeting may be canceled due to inclement weather, due to the lack of a 18 quorum of inembers or due to a lack of business to conduct. 19 2 0 �_All meetings of the Commission shall be open to the public, and the Commission � I 21 shall cause notices to be given as required by Article 33-C, Chapter 143 of the North Carolina 22 General Statutes, G.S. § 143-318.9-�-�-}-�et seA., as amended. A public record shall be � 2 3 kept of the Conzmission's resolutions,proceedings, and actions. 24 2 5 Section 1.5 Attendance of Meetin�s 26 '2 7 (a) Attendance at the regular meetings of the Commission shall be considered a ( 2 8 prerequisite for maintenance of inembership on the Commission. The County Commissioners 2 9 may declare a vacancy on the Commission because of a member's non_-attendance. � 30 31 (b) Absence due to sickness, death of an immediate family member or similar reason � 3 2 shall be considered approved absences and shall not affect the member's status. In the event of 3 3 long illness or other cause for prolonged absence, the member shall be replaced. 34 3 5 Section 1.6 Rules of Procedure 36 3 7 Prior to any official action, the Commission shall adopt rules of procedure governing its 3 8 meetings and the conduct of official business, and bylaws governing the election of officers and 3 9 related matters. The Commission may appoint advisory bodies and committees as appropriate. 40 41 Section 1.7 Powers and Duties 4 2 Amended 4 3 2/22/2006 44 4 5 The powers and duties of the Commission are as follows: 46 4 7 �1.-� Undertake an inventory of properties of historical,prehistorical, architectural, and/or I 4 8 cultural significance. I 49 50 2 9/. 1 �21.- Recommend to the County Commissioners areas to be designated by ordinance as � 2 "historic districts" and individual structures,buildings, sites, areas or objects to be 3 designated by ordinance as "landmarks". 4 5 �3�.- Recommend to the County Commissioners that designation of any area as a historic � 6 district, or part thereof, or designation of any building, structure, site, area or object as a 7 landmark,be revoked or removed for cause. 8 9 �4.-� Review and act upon proposals for alterations, demolition or new construction within � 10 historic districts, or for the alteration or demolition of designated landmarks. 11 12 �5.-� Conduct an educational program with respect to historic districts and landmarks within � 13 its jurisdiction. 14 15 �6.-� Cooperate with State, Federal, and local governments in pursuance of the purposes of this � 16 ordinance, and to offer or request assistance, aid, guidance or advice concerning matters 17 under its purview or of mutual interest. The County Commissioners, or the Commission 18 when authorized by the Commissioners, may contract with the State or the United States, 19 or any agency of either, or with any other organization provided the terms are not 2 0 inconsistent with State or Federal law. 21 2 2 �,7.-� Enter, solely in performance of its official duties and only at reasonable times,upon � 2 3 private lands for examination or survey thereof. However, no member, employee or 2 4 agent of the Commission may enter any private building or structure without express 2 5 consent of the owner or occupant thereof. 26 2 7 �8.-� Prepare and recommend�dates to the Cultural Resources Cha��ter of the Natural and I 28 Cultural S, st�ems *�, ��- i a �� ., u;�+,,,-;,. o,-o�,o,-.,.,+;,,,, ;�r�„��,,,-�i ��r,,,.,.�o�.; 2 9 Element as part of the Comprehensive Plan. 30 31 �9.-� Recommend to the Board of County Commissioners that it acquire by any lawful means � 32 the fee or any lesser included interest, including options to purchase, to properties within 3 3 established districts or to any such properties designated as landmarks; to hold, manage, 3 4 preserve, restore and improve the same; and to exchange or dispose of the property by 3 5 public or private sale, lease or otherwise, subject to covenants or other legally binding 3 6 restrictions which will secure appropriate rights of public access and promote the 3 7 preservation of the property. � 38 39 40 41 Article 2. Procedures for Establishing Historic Districts 42 4 3 Historic districts, as provided for in this Section, may be designated, amended or 4 4 repealed, but not until the following procedures have been carried out. Where historic districts 4 5 are to be designated, they shall be established as districts which overlay other zoning districts as 4 6 set forth in the Orange County Zoning Ordinance. 47 4 8 Section 2.1 Inventorv Repuired 49 3 92� 1 (a�As a guide for the identification and evaluation of historic districts, the � 2 Commission shall, at the earliest possible time and consistent with the resources available to it, 3 undertake an inventory of properties of historical, architectural,prehistorical, and cultural 4 significance within the unincorporated portions of Orange County. ', 5 �� 6 (b) Following completion of the inventory, the Commission shall submit a copy of � 7 the inventory as expeditiously as possible to the Division of Archives and History. The 8 Commission shall also notify each properiy owner of the significance of his/her property and/or 9 the structures located thereon. The Commission shall also inform the property owner of the 10 procedures for designation of historic districts. 11 12 Section 2.2 Preparation of Designation Renort 13 Amended 14 6/7/1993 15 � 16 If,upon completion of the inventory and the notification of property owners, a property 17 owner or properly owners, the Commission or the Board of Commissioners wishes to 18 recommend the designation of a historic district or districts, the Historic Preservation 19 Commission shall make or cause to be made an investigation and report which includes the 2 0 following: 21 2 2 �l.-� The names and addresses of the current owners of property in the proposed district(s). � 23 2 4 �2.-� A map showing the boundaries of the proposed district(s). � 25 2 6 �3.-� Photographs that clearly depict the buildings, structures, sites, areas or objects included � 2 7 in the proposed district(s). 28 2 9 �4.-� An assessment of the significance of the buildings, structures, sites, areas or objects in � 3 0 terms of their historical,prehistorical, architectural, or cultural importance. The 31 assessment should include an architectural or archaeological description, including the 3 2 date of construction and any later alterations. 33 3 4 �5-1 Proposed amendment to the Zoning-Ordinance and Zoning Atlas to establish the historic I 3 5 district as an overlay zoning district. 36 3 7 �6.-� Proposed design review principles and guidelines governing new construction and I 3 8 exterior changes to buildings, structures, and appurtenant features within the historic 3 9 district. 40 41 Section 2.3 Initial Consideration of Desi�nation Report bv Commission 4 2 Amended 4 3 2/22/2006 44 4 5 (a) Upon completion of the designation report, the Department of Environment, I 4 6 Agriculture, Parks and Recreation�' °"* ^^�' �'°°^��r^° r^„�°r��^+;^r n°�^°r*�,°n shall 4 7 submit its findings to the Commission. Prior to the meeting of the Commission at which the 4 8 report will be considered, written notice shall be sent by certified mail to all affected property 4 9 owners not less than seven(7) days before the meeting date. Properiy owners are those whose 5 0 names and addresses are currently listed in the Orange County tax records. 4 93 1 2 b At the meetin the Commission ma acce t the desi ation re ort, acce t it with 3 �_ g� Y P � P P 4 amendments, reject it or recommend it for further study. No historic district shall be accepted 5 for designation unless it is deemed to be of special significance in terms of its historical, 6 prehistorical, architectural or cultural importance. Such district must also possess integrity of 7 design, setting,workmanship, materials, feeling and/or association. 8 9 (c) If the report is accepted or accepted with amendments, the Commission shall � 10 forward a copy to the N.C. Department of Cultural Resources and the Planning Board in ' 11 accordance with the provisions of Sections 2.4 and 2.5 below. 12 13 Section 2.4 Review bv the N.C.Deuartment of Cultural Resources 14 15 (a) The N.C. Department of Cultural Resources, acting through the State Historic � 16 Preservation Officer or his or her designee, shall have made an analysis of and recommendations 17 concerning such report and description of proposed boundaries. Failure of the Department to 18 submit its written analysis and recommendations to the Commission within thirty(30) calendar 19 days after a written request for such analysis has been received by the N.C. Department of 2 0 Cultural Resources shall relieve the Commission and the Board of County Commissioners of any 21 responsibility for awaiting such analysis. 22 2 3 tb�Changes in the boundaries of an initial district or proposals for additional districts � 2 4 shall also be submitted to the N.C. Department of Cultural Resources in accordance with the 2 5 provisions this Section. 26 2 7 Section 2.5 Review bv the Planning Board &Other Advisorv Boards 2 8 Amended 2 9 2/22/2006 30 31 (a? With respect to the initial establishment of a historic district, the designation I 3 2 report and the review comments of the N.C. Department of Cultural Resources shall be referred 33 to the Planning Board, and when a�propriate, the Agricultural Preservation Board�- 34 �' �� r�'�° �„��r��"°•�+ for review and comment. The Commission may also, in its 3 5 discretion,refer the report and the proposed boundaries to any other interested body for its 3 6 recommendations. Failure of the Planning Board, Agricultural Preservation Board or 3 7 Commission for the Environment to provide its comments to the Commission within forty_-five � 3 8 (45) calendar days after a request for such comments has been received by these boards shall 3 9 relieve the Commission of any responsibility for awaiting such comments. 40 41 (b) Changes in the boundaries of an initial district or proposals for additional districts 4 2 shall also be submitted to the Planning Board, and when appropriate, the Agricultural 4 3 Preservation Board a '^' � '`" �'"''°^"�"°��in accordance with the provisions this 4 4 Section. 45 4 6 Section 2.6 Final Consideration of Designation Report bv Commission 4 7 Amended 4 8 2/22/2006 49 5 �� 1 ta) Upon receipt of comments from the N.C. Department of Cultural Resources, or I 2 the expiration of the 30--day period specified in Section 2.4, and the Planning Board, the 3 Commission may recommend to the Board of County Commissioners that the historic district be 4 designated. 5 6 (b) Prior to the meeting of the Commission at which the recommendation will be � 7 considered, written notice shall be sent to all affected property owners in accordance with the 8 notification procedures set forth in Section 2.3 above. 9 10 (c) If the Commission recommends that the historic district be designated, it shall � 11 submit a copy of the designation report, the comments of the N.C. Department of Cultural 12 Resources-, Planning Board, and when appropriate, the Agricultural Preservation Board-a�� 13 r�,,,,��;��;�r �r*'�° �'��,;��Mr�°�*, and the minutes of the meetings at which the designation was 14 considered to the Board of County Commissioners, requesting that a joint public hearing as 15 required by Section 2.7 be called on the proposal. 16 17 Section 2.7 Public Hearin� and Notice Thereof ' 18 ' 19 A joint public hearing involving the Commission, the Planning Board, and the Board of 2 0 County Commissioners shall be held before adoption of a proposed ordinance designating a 21 historic district. The public hearing shall be advertised, and property owners shall be notified, in 2 2 accordance with the provisions of Article 20 t U2� -Amendments of the Zoning Ordinance. 23 2 4 Section 2.8 Plannin�Board Action Subsequent to Public Hearing 25 2 6 (a} Within 60 days following the date of the public hearing, the Planning Board shall � 2 7 prepare anc�submit to the Commission a recommendation concerning the disposition of the 2 8 proposed historic district designation. The Planning Board may recommend: 29 3 0 -�1.-� Approval of the designation as proposed; 31 -�2.-� Approval of the designation subject to conditions; or 3 2 -�3-� Denial of the designation. 33 3 4 (b) Failure of the Planning Board to submit a recommendation within the required � 3 5 time shall be considered a favorable recommendation,without conditions. 36 3 7 Section 2.9 Commission Action Subsequent to Public Hearing 38 3 9 (a�Upon receipt of the Planning Board recommendation, the Commission shall � 4 0 prepare and submit to the Board of Commissioners a recommendation concerning the disposition 41 of the proposed ordinance. The Commission may recommend: 42 4 3 -�1-� Approval of the designation as proposed; 4 4 -�2�.- Approval of the designation subject to conditions; or 4 5 -�3,�.- Denial of the designation. 46 4 7 (b) If the Commission recommends approval of the historic district designation, it I 4 8 shall include the recommendation of the Planning Board and the minutes of the meeting at which 4 9 the designation was considered by the Commission. 50 I 6 �s. 1 � 2 Section 2.10 Board Action Subsequent to Public Hearing 3 4 (a) Upon complying with the historic district designation procedures set forth above, � 5 the Board of Commissioners may consider the adoption and from time to time the amendment or 6 repeal of an ordinance designating a historic district. However, the Board of Commissioners 7 shall not consider enactment of a proposed ordinance unti160 days after the date of the public 8 hearing or until the Commission prepares its recommendation, whichever comes first. The 9 Board of Commissioners may: 10 11 -�1.-� Approve the designation as proposed; 12 -�2.-� Approve the designation subject to conditions; or 13 -�3�.- Deny the designation. 14 15 (b) Upon the establishment of a historic district, its boundaries shall be shown on the � 16 official Orange County Zoning Atlas, and the use and development of any land or structure 17 within a historic district shall comply with use regulations and dimensional requirements 18 applicable to the underlying zoning district. For each building, structure, site, area or object 19 located in the historic district, the waiting period set forth in Section 4�45_9 tvs�of this ordinance � 2 0 shall be observed prior to its demolition. 21 2 2 Article 3. Procedures for Designating Historic Landmarks 23 2 4 Historic landmarks, as provided for in this Section,may be designated, amended or 2 5 repealed,but not until the following procedures have been carried out. 26 2 7 Section 3.1 Inventorv Required 28 2 9 !a) As a guide for the identification and evaluation of landmarks,the Commission � 3 0 shall, at the earliest possible time and consistent with the resources available to it,undertake an 31 inventory of properties of historical, architectural,prehistorical, and cultural significance within 3 2 the unincorporated portions of Orange County. 33 3 4 (b�Following completion of the inventory,the Commission shall submit a copy of � 3 5 the inventory as expeditiously as possible to the Division of Archives and History. The 3 6 Commission shall also notify each property owner of the significance of his/her property andlor 3 7 the structures located thereon. The Commission shall also inform the property owner of the 3 8 procedures for requesting designation of his/her property as a historic landmaxk. 39 4 0 Section 3.2 Procedure for Submission of Application for Designation 41 4 2 To receive consideration for designation of a property as a historic landmark, a property 4 3 owner must make application on forms provided by the Commission. Application for such 4 4 designation is on a voluntary basis by the owner as currently listed in the Orange County tax 4 5 records. 46 47 � 7 `��. 1 Section 3.3 Preparation of Desi�nation Reuort 2 Amended 3 6/7/1993 4 5 The Historic Preservation Commission shall,within 30=-days of the receipt of a complete I 6 application, make or cause to be made an investigation and report on the historic, architectural, 7 archaeological or cultural significance of the building, structure, site, area or object proposed for 8 designation. The 30=-day period may be extended with the consent of the applicant. Such report � 9 shall consist of a concise statement of exactly what is being proposed for designation and shall 10 include,but not be limited to, the following: 11 12 il�.- The name and address of the current property owner. I 13 14 �2�.- A map showing the location of the property, including any buildings and appurtenant I 1 5 features. � 16 17 �3�.- Photographs that clearly depict the building, structure, site, area or object proposed for � 18 designation, including facades, details, and siting. Where outbuildings are proposed for I 19 designation, they shall be described,photographed, and mapped as well. 20 21 �4�.- An assessment of the significance of the site and/or structure in terms of its historical, � 2 2 prehistorical, architectural, or cultural importance. The assessment should include an 2 3 architectural or archaeological description and a historical discussion of the site and/or 2 4 structure, including the date of construction and any later alterations. Where land is 2 5 included in the proposed designation, the report shall clearly justify its inclusion. 26 2 7 Section 3.4 Initial Consideration of Designation Report bv Commission 2 8 Amended 2 9 2/22/2006 30 31 (a? The Departme�it of Environment, A�ricult�ire, Parks and Recreation�^��^r��°�* I 32 u�,a ��;,��° �'^��^°� �*�� n°M��-*„�°�* shall submit the application for historic landmark 3 3 designation and accompanying designation report to the Commission at the first regular meeting 3 4 after the expiration of the 30=-day period specified in Section 3.3 or any extension thereof. � 35 3 6 �_Prior to the meeting of the Commission at which the application and report will I 3 7 be considered, written notice shall be sent by certified mail to the affected property owner and all 38 adjacent owners not less than seven(7) days before the meeting date. Adjacent property owners 3 9 are those whose names and addresses are currently listed in the Orange County tax records and 4 0 whose property lies within 500 feet of the affected property. 41 4 2 (c) At the meeting, the Commission may accept the designation report, accept it with I 4 3 amendments, reject it or recommend it for further study. No property shall be accepted for 4 4 designation as a landmark unless it is deemed and found by the Commission to be of special 4 5 significance in terms of its historical,prehistorical, architectural, or cultural importance, and to 4 6 possess integrity of design, setting,workmanship, materials, feeling, and/or association. 47 4 8 (d) If the report is accepted or accepted with amendments, the Commission shall � 4 9 forward a copy to the N.C. Department of Cultural Resources in accordance with the provisions 5 0 of Section 3.5 below. 8 �7, 1 2 Section 3.5 Review bv the N.C.Denartment of Cultural Resources 3 4 The N.C. Department of Cultural Resources, acting through the State Historic 5 Preservation Officer or his or her designee shall, either upon request of the Department or at the 6 initiative of the Commission, be given an opportunity to review and comment upon the substance 7 and effect of the designation of any landmark. All comments will be provided in writing. If the 8 Department does not submit its comments to the Commission within thirty(30) days following 9 receipt by the Department of the report, the Commission and the Board of County 10 Commissioners shall be relieved of any responsibility to consider such comments. 11 12 Section 3.6 Final Consideration of Designation Report bv Commission 13 14 ta) Upon receipt of comments from the N.C. Department of Cultural Resources or the ( 15 expiration of the 30_-day period specified in Section 3.5, the Commission may recommend to the 16 Board of County Commissioners that the property be designated as a historic landmark. 17 18 (U) Prior to the meeting of the Commission at which the recommendation will be � 19 considered,written notice shall be sent to the affected property owner and all adjacent owners in 2 0 accordance with the notification procedures set forth in Section 3.4 above. 21 2 2 (c� If the Commission recommends that the property be designated as a historic � 2 3 landmaxk, it shall submit a copy of the designation report, the comments of the N.C. Department 2 4 of Cultural Resources, the minutes of the meetings at which the designation was considered, and 2 5 a proposed ordinance of designation to the Board of County Commissioners, requesting that a 2 6 joint public hearing as required by Section 3.7 be called on the proposed ordinance. 27 2 8 Section 3.7 Public Hearin� and Notice Thereof 29 30 (a) A joint public hearing involving the Commission and the Board of County � 31 Commissioners shall be held before adoption of a proposed ordinance designating a historic 3 2 landmark. Notice of the public hearing shall be published once a week for two successive 3 3 calendar weeks. The notice shall give the date,time, and place of the public hearing, and shall be 3 4 published the first time not less than 10 days nor more than 25 days before the date fixed for the 3 5 hearing. In computing such period, the day of publication is not to be included but the day of the 3 6 hearing shall be included. 37 3 8 (b) Written notice shall also be sent by certified mail to the affected property owner � 39 and all adjacent owners not less than 15 days before the hearing date. Adjacent property owners 4 0 are those whose names and addresses are currently listed in the Orange County tax records and 41 whose property lies within 500 feet of the affected property. 42 43 � 9 �� 1 Section 3.8 Commission Action Subsepuent to Public Hearing 2 3 (a) Within 60 days following the date of the public hearing, the Commission shall � 4 prepare and submit to the Board of Commissioners a recommendation concerning the disposition 5 of the proposed ordinance. The Commission may recommend: 6 7 �1�.- Adoption of the ordinance as proposed; ' 8 �2.-� Adoption of ordinance subject to conditions; or 9 �3.-� Denial of the ordinance. 10 11 (b) Failure of the Commission to submit a recommendation within the required time � 12 shall be considered a favorable recommendation, without conditions. The time limit may be 13 extended upon request of the applicant. 14 15 16 Section 3.9 Board Action Subsequent to Public Hearin� 17 18 (a) Upon complying with the required landmark designation procedures set forth � 19 above, the Board of Commissioners may consider the adoption and from time to time the 2 0 amendment or repeal an ordinance designating a historic landmark. The ordinance shall contain 21 a concise statement of exactly what is designated as a landmark, the name or names of the owner 2 2 or owners of the property, those elements of the property that are integral to its historical, 2 3 architectural or prehistorical value, including the land area of the property so designated, and any 2 4 other information the governing board deems necessary. For each building, structure, site, area 2 5 or object so designated as a landmark, the ordinance shall require that the waiting period set 2 6 forth in Section 5_94s1 �oa�this ordinance be observed prior to its demolition. � 27 2 8 (b? The Board of Commissioners shall not consider enactment of a proposed � 2 9 ordinance unti160 days after the date of the public hearing or until the Commission prepares its 3 0 recommendation, whichever comes first. The Board of Commissioners may: 31 32 �1�.- Approve the adoption of the ordinance as proposed; 3 3 �2�.- Approve the adoption of the ordinance subj ect to conditions; or 3 4 �3�.- Deny the adoption of the ordinance. 35 3 6 f c) If the Board of Commissioners denies the adoption of an ordinance designating a � 3 7 historic landmark, written notice shall be sent by certified mail to the property owner within five 3 8 (5)working days of the Board's decision. 39 4 0 Section 3.10 Action Subsequent to Board Anproval 41 Amended 4 2 2/22/2006 43 4 4 (a� Upon adoption of the ordinance,the owners and occupants of each landmark shall I 4 5 be given written notification of such designation by certified mail. In addition, copies of the 4 6 ordinance and all amendments thereto shall be distributed as follows: 47 � 10 99 1 2 �1�.- A copy of the ordinance and all amendments thereto shall be filed by the Commission in � 3 the Office of the Register of Deeds. Each landmark shall be indexed according to the 4 name of the owner of the property in the grantor and grantee indexes in the Register of 5 Deeds Office and the Commission shall pay a reasonable fee for filing and indexing. 6 7 �2.-� A copy of the ordinance and all amendments thereto shall be kept on file in the Office of � 8 the Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners and be made available for public 9 inspection at any reasonable time. 10 11 �3�: A copy of the ordinance and all amendments thereto shall be submitted to the Department 12 of Enviro»ment, A�riculture, Parks and Recreation.��T��r^^^,°^+ ^^�"'°�^,,.-^° 13 . 14 15 �4�.- A copy of the ordinance and all amendments thereto shall be given to the Tax Supervisor. � 16 The designation and any recorded restrictions upon the properiy limiting its use for 17 preservation purposes shall be considered by the Tax Supervisor in appraising it for tax 18 purposes. 19 2 0 (b) The fact that a building, structure, site, area or object has been designated a � 21 landmark shall be clearly indicated on all tax maps maintained by Orange County for such period 2 2 as the designation remains in effect. 23 2 4 (c) A suitable sign for each property designated as a landmark may be placed on the 2 5 property at the owner's consent. Otherwise, the sign may be placed on a nearby public right=-of- 2 6 -way. 27 28 2 9 Article 4. Procedures for Reviewing Proposed Nominations 3 0 to the National Register of Historic Places 31 Amended 32 8/8/1994 33 3 4 Nominations to the National Register of Historic Places must be reviewed by the North 3 5 Carolina National Register Advisory Committee with final approval by the National Park 3 6 Service. The procedures contained in this Article must be followed by Orange County before a 3 7 proposed nomination may be forwarded to the State. 38 3 9 Section 4.1 Studv List Status Required 40 41 (a) Before a formal nomination to the National Register may be presented,the North � 4 2 Carolina National Register Advisory Committee must determine if a site or district is potentially 4 3 eligible and place it on the Study List. 44 4 5 tb) Once the site is on the Study List, a nomination may be prepared in the form � 4 6 prescribed by the National Park Service under the supervision of the State Historic Preservation 4 7 Office. 48 4 9 Section 4.2 Review of Proposed National Register Nominations 50 11 /G� 1 (a) Once the nomination is determined to be complete and accurate by the State � 2 Historic Preservation Office, the County will be notified by the State within thirty(30) days of 3 acceptance of the nomination and at least sixty(60) days prior to consideration of the nomination 4 by the North Carolina National Register Advisory Committee. 5 6 (b,l Within sixty(60) days of receipt of the notice and the nomination, the Board of � � 7 County Commissioners and the Historic Preservation Commission shall each notify the State 8 Historic Preservation Office and the applicant of its opinion concerning the nomination. Failure 9 to notify the State within sixty(60) days shall constitute an approval of the nomination. 10 11 12 Section 4.3 Public Hearing and Notice Thereof 13 14 During the 60-day review period, the Historic Preservation Commission shall implement 15 the following measures to provide reasonable opportunity for public comment: 16 17 �1�- The Historic Preservation Commission shall hold a public hearing; � 18 19 �2:� Notice of the public hearing shall be published once a week for two successive calendar � 2 0 weeks. The notice shall give the date, time, and place of the public hearing. It shall be 21 published the first time not less than l0 days nor more than 25 days before the date set 2 2 for the hearing. In computing such period,the day of publication is not to be included; 2 3 however, the day of the hearing shall be included; 24 2 5 �3�.- Written notice shall be sent by certified mail to the affected property owner(s) and all � 2 6 adjacent owners not less than 15 days before the hearing date. Adjacent property owners 2 7 are those whose names and addresses are currently listed in the Orange County tax 2 8 records and whose property is within 500 feet of the affected 2 9 property(ies); and 30 31 �4.-� Comments shall also be solicited from other interested local groups and individuals. � 32 3 3 Section 4.4 Commission Action Subsequent to Public Hearing 34 3 5 Following the close of the public hearing on the proposed nomination,the Commission 3 6 shall: 37 38 �1.-� Forward a recommendation to the Board of Commissioners concerning the nomination; I 39 4 0 �2�.- Notify the applicant and the State Historic Preservation Office regarding its � 41 recommendation. If the Commission finds that the nominated resource does not meet the 4 2 National Register criteria for listing, it must state in writing the reasons why the site or 4 3 district should not be nominated; and 44 4 5 �3.-� Submit to the State Historic Preservation Office a record of the measures taken to notify � 4 6 the public and the comments received. 47 I 12 /D/. 1 2 Section 4.5 Board Action on the Nomination 3 4 �a) Within the 60-day deadline prescribed in Section 4.2,the Board of � 5 Commissioners shall receive the recommendation of the Historic Preservation Commission 6 regarding the nomination. The Board shall either: 7 8 �1�.- Find that the nominated resource does meet the National Register criteria for listing; � 9 10 �2�.- Find that the nominated site or district does not meet said criteria and state the reason(s) � 11 why the resource should not be nominated; or 12 13 �3�.- Take no action,which constitutes an approval. � 14 15 (b) The Board shall notify the applicant and the State Historic Preservation Office � 16 regarding its action on the nomination. 17 18 Section 4.6 State Action on the Nomination 19 2 0 (a) If both the Board of County Commissioners and the Historic Preservation I 21 Commission agree that the property is eligible and should be nominated, or if only one makes a 2 2 negative finding on the nomination, the State Historic Preservation Officer will place the 2 3 nomination before the North Caxolina National Register Advisory Committee for consideration 2 4 at the earliest possible quarterly meeting. 25 2 6 (bl If both the County Commissioners and the Historic Preservation Commission � 2 7 make negative findings on the nomination, the nomination materials shall be returned to the 2 8 State. The State shall take no further action unless,within thirty (30) days of the return of the 2 9 nomination, a written appeal is�filed with the State Historic Preservation Office by any � 3 0 interested third party. If such an appeal is filed, the State Historic Preservation Officer shall 31 place the nomination before the National Register Advisory Committee at the earliest possible 3 2 quarterly meeting. 33 3 4 �c 1 After a nomination is recommended by the National Register Advisory I 3 5 Committee and signed by the State Historic Preservation Officer,the nomination shall be 3 6 transmitted to the National Register. The State shall include with its recommendation the 3 7 comments and opinions of the Board of County Commissioners and the Historic Preservation 3 8 Commission, together with any appeal which may have been filed. 39 40 41 Article 5. Certificate of Appropriateness 4 2 Amended 4 3 8/8/94 44 �US� 4 5 Section 5.1 General Provisions 46 4 7 (a) From and after the designation of a landmark or a historic district, no exterior I 4 8 portion of any building or other structure nor any type of above-=ground utility structure or 4 9 outdoor advertising sign shall be erected, altered, restored,moved or demolished on such 13 /D2, 1 landmark or within the historic district until after an application for a Certificate of 2 Appropriateness as to exterior features has been submitted to and approved by the Commission. 3 4 (b) —Where a building permit or other permit is required for the purposes of I 5 constructing, altering, moving, deconstnictin�or demolishing buildings or structures, a 6 Certificate of Appropriateness shall be approved by the Commission prior to the issuance of the 7 permits. A Certificate may be issued subject to reasonable conditions but shall be required 8 whether or not a building or other permit is required. 9 10 (c) For purposes of this Oerdinance, "exterior features" shall include the following: � 11 12 �,1�.- The architectural style, general design, and general arrangement of the exterior of a ( 13 building or other structure, including: 14 15 a. The kind and texture of the building material; 16 b. The size and scale of the building or structure; and 17 c. The type and style of all windows, doors, fences, steps and pavement, light 18 fixtures, signs, and other appurtenant features. 19 2 0 �2.-� Historic signs, significant landscapes, and archaeological and natural features of the area. � 21 2 2 �3.-� In the case of outdoor advertising signs, "exterior features" shall be construed to mean � 2 3 the style,material, size and location of all such signs. 24 25 (d) Except as provided in (e)Uelow,�the Commission shall have no jurisdiction over I 2 6 interior arrangement and shall take no action under this Oerdinance except to prevent the 2 7 construction, reconstruction, alteration, restoration, moving or demolition of buildings, 2 8 structures, appurtenant features, outdoor advertising signs or other significant features-which I 2 9 would be incongruous with the special character of a historic district or landmark. 30 31 (e) Notwithstandin� subsection (d) of this section iurisdiction of tlie Conm�ission 32 over interior spaces shall be limited to �ecific interior features of architectural, artistic or 33 historical si�nificance in publically owned landmarlcs• and of privatelv owned historic landmarks 34 for which consent for interior review has beeil ivg en bv the owner. Said consent of an owner for 35 interior review shall bind future owners and/or successors in title provided such consent has 3 6 been filed in tlie Office of the Re�ister of Deeds and indexed accordin� to the name of the owner 3 7 of the proUertv in the �rantee and �rantor indexes The laudnlark desi�nation shall specify tl�e 38 interior features to Ue reviewed a�id the s�ecific nahire of the Cominission's iurisdiction over the 3 9 interior. 40 41 f( �) The State of North Carolina, including its agencies, political subdivisions, and � 4 2 instrumentalities, Orange County, and all public utilities shall be required to obtain a Certificate 4 3 of Appropriateness for construction, alteration, moving, deconstructing or demolition within a I 4 4 historic district or on designated landmarks. 45 4 6 Section 5.2 Certain Chan�es Not Prohibited 47 4 8 (a) Nothing in this Oerdinance shall be construed to prevent the ordinary � 4 9 maintenance or repair of any exterior architectural feature in a historic district or on a landmark 5 0 which does not: 14 /03. 1 2 �1.-� Involve a change in design, materials or outer appearance thereof; or � 3 4 �2�.- Involve the construction, reconstruction, alteration, restoration or demolition of any such � 5 feature which the Building Inspector shall certify is required by the public safety because 6 of an unsafe or dangerous condition. 7 8 (b:�Nothing herein shall be construed to prevent the maintenance of or, in the event I 9 of an emergency, the immediate restoration of any existing above-ground utility structure 10 without approval by the Commission. 11 12 13 Section 5.3 Administrative Approval of Minor Improvements 14 Amended 15 2/22/2006 16 17 Minor improvements are defined as those exterior changes which do not involve 18 substantial alterations, additions or removals that could impair the integrity of the property 19 and/or district as a whole. Such minor improvements may be approved by the Department of 20 Environment, A�riculture, Parks and Recreation (DEAPR)��°�r^�",°„+ ^��' °°^^,,,.^° 21 r^�^�°r��^*�^�� '-`°��r'-•„°r* ,but shall be limited to those listed in the Commissions "'�� 22 Rules of Procedure." All minor improvements applications approved by the DEAPR�•,Tr��-^^„�°r* 2 3 shall be forwarded to the Commission in time for its 2 4 next scheduled meeting. No application may be denied without the formal action of the 2 5 Commission. 26 27 2 8 Section 5.4 Auplication for Certificate of Appropriateness 2 9 Amended 3 0 2/22/2006 31 32 (a) Applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness shall be obtained from and when 3 3 completed, filed with the Department of Environnient, A�riculture, Parks and Recreation 34 DEAPR �� °„* ^,�' D° ° �'� ^*;^ '-'°„°r*,,,^n+. Each application shall be 3 5 accompanied by sketches, drawings,photographs, specifications, descriptions, and other 3 6 information of sufficient detail to clearly show the proposed exterior alterations, additions, 3 7 changes or new construction. Applications which are not complete or do not comply with the 3 8 provisions of this Oerdinance shall not be accepted by the DEAPR��T��•^"^�°"� ��a D°�^��r�° I 3 9 but shall be returned to the applicant with a notation of the 4 0 deficiencies in the application. 41 42 (b) The DEAPR�� „* ^„a �'°�^„r�° �"^��°�,^+;^,� '-'°„n,•*m�n+ shall, within � 4 3 30 days of the receipt of an application, make or cause to be made an investigation and report on 4 4 whether the exterior portion of buildings, structures, and their appurtenant features within 4 5 historic districts or on buildings, structures, sites, areas or objects designated as landmarks, are 4 6 congruous with the historic aspects of the district or landmark. The 30=-day period may be � 4 7 extended with the consent of the applicant. 48 49 5 0 Section 5.5 Consideration of Application bv Commission 15 /o y, 1 Amended 2 2/22/2006 3 4 (a) The Department of Environment Agriculture, Parks and Recreation ( 5 DEAPR �' * a � �'�.,�°�•<r^*;^H '-'°Y�:�.:=�'.:� shall submit the application for a 6 Certificate of Appropriateness to the Commission at the first regular meeting after the expiration 7 of the 30=-day period specified in Section 5_44.4�-or any extension thereof. � 8 9 (b} Prior to the meeting of the Commission at which the application will be � 10 considered, written notice shall be sent by certified mail to the affected property owner and all 11 adjacent owners not less than fifteen(15) days before the meeting date. Adjacent property 12 owners axe those whose names and addresses are currently listed in the Orange County tax 13 records and whose properly lies within 500 feet of the affected property. 14 15 (c) Prior to the issuance or denial of a Certificate of Appropriateness, the applicant � 16 and other property owners likely to be materially affected by the application shall be given an 17 opporiunity to be heard. When deemed advisable, the Commission may hold a public hearing on 18 any application. 19 2 0 �d) The Commission shall endeavor to act upon a�pplications for Certificates of 21 Appropriateness at the 22 meeting at which the DEAPR * a " ° �'��"°,.,"'+:^'� '-'°"'��°"°„+'s report is . 2 3 submitted. The action on an application shall be approval, approval with conditions2 or denial. 2 4 The�€�i�--Commission mav del�v its decision u�to ninety (90) davs in order to request 2 5 additional information fi•om the ap�licant or to seek advice as provided in Section 5.6 (b)Uelow. 26 _ , ' 27 ^ r°r+:��^+° �"�" '�° ;��„°� An extension of time may be granted by mutual consent of the 2 8 Commission and the applicant not to exceed one hundred ei�hty (180) davs from tlle time that 2 9 the application was deemed complete and filed the DEAPR. 30 31 3 2 Section 5.6 Review Standards 33 3 4 �a) No Certificate of Appropriateness shall be granted unless the Commission finds ' 3 5 that the application complies with the principles and guidelines adopted by the Commission for 3 6 review of such�e�changes. It is the intent of these principles and guidelines to insure insofar � 3 7 as possible that the exterior portion of buildings, structures, and their appurtenant features within 3 8 historic districts or on buildings, structures, sites, areas or objects designated as landmarks, shall 3 9 be congruous with the historic aspects of the district or landmark. 40 41 (b) As part of the review procedures, the Commission may view the premises and � 4 2 seek the advice of the N.C. Department of Cultural Resources or other such expert advice as it 4 3 may deem necessary under the circumstances. 44 4 5 f c) The Secretary of the Interior's "Standards for Rehabilitation and Guidelines for I 4 6 Rehabilitating Historic Buildings"-shall be the sole principles and guidelines used in reviewing 4 7 applications of the State of North Carolina for Certificates of Appropriateness. 48 49 � 5 0 Section 5.7 Appeals of Commission Actions 16 �e s �� 2 �a) In any action granting or denying a Certificate of Appropriateness, an appeal by I 3 an aggrieved party may be taken to the Board of Adiustment�'^��"*�� '^»�m�"'��„�:'�. W�itten 4 notice of the intent to appeal must be sent to the Commission,postmarked within thirty(30) days � 5 following the decision. Appeals shall be in the nature of certiorari. Appeals of decisions of the 6 Board of Adiustmentr'^��'�� '^��,�°r=.:.�.�� shall be heard by the Superior Court of Orange � 7 County. 8 9 (b} The State of North Carolina shall have a right of appeal to the North Carolina � 10 Historical Commission, which shall render its decision within thirty (30) days from the date that 11 a notice of appeal by the state is received by the Historical Commission. The decision of the 12 North Carolina Historical Commission shall be final and binding upon both the State and the 13 Oran�e Countv Historic Preservation Commission. 14 15 Section 5 8 Time Limitations on Certificates of Appropriateness 16 17 A Certificate of Appropriateness shall expire six (6) months after the date of issuance or, 18 in the case of demolition, six(6) months after the effective date of the Certificate, if the work 19 authorized by the Certificate has not been commenced. If, after commencement, the work is 2 0 discontinued for a period of six(6)months, the Certificate shall expire immediately. No work 21 authorized by a Certificate that has expired shall thereafter be performed until a new Certificate 2 2 has been secured. 23 24 2 5 Section 5 9 Delav in Demolition of Landmarks and Buildings within Historic Districts 2 6 Amended 2 7 6/7/1993 2 8 2/22/2006 29 3 0 �� An application for a Certificate of Appropriateness authorizing the demolition or � 31 destruction of a designated landmark or a building, structure or site within a historic 3 2 district may not be denied except as provided in Subsection��below. However, the � 3 3 effective date of such a Certificate may be delayed for up to 365 days from the date of 3 4 approval. The period of delay shall be reduced by the Commission if it finds that the 3 5 owner would suffer extreme hardship or be permanently deprived of all beneficial use or 3 6 return from such property by virtue of the delay. During the delay period, the 3 7 Commission shall negotiate with the owner in an effort to find a means of preserving the 3 8 building, structure or site. If the Commission finds that a building, structure or site has 3 9 no special significance or value toward maintaining the character of a district, it shall 4 0 waive all or part of such period of delay and authorize earlier demolition or removal. 41 4 2 (U) If the Commission-has voted to recommend the designation of a landmark or the � 4 3 designation of an area as a historic district, and final designation has not been made by 4 4 the County Commissioners, the demolition or destruction of any building, structure or 4 5 site in the proposed district or on the property of the designated landmark may be delayed 4 6 by the Commission-for up to 180 days or until the County Commissioners take final � 4 7 action on the designation, which ever occurs first. 48 4 9 �� The Board of Commissioners may enact an ordinance to prevent the demolition by � 5 0 neglect of any designated landmark or any structure or building within the established 17 /dCo. 1 historic district. Such ordinance shall provide appropriate safeguards to protect property 2 owners from undue hardship. 3 4 ��- An application for a Certificate of Appropriateness authorizing the demolition of a � 5 building, structure or site deternuned by the N.C. State Historic Preservation Office as 6 having statewide significance as defined in the criteria of the National Register of 7 Historic Places may be denied except where the Commission finds that the owner would 8 suffer extreme hardship or be permanently deprived of all beneficial use or return by 9 virtue of the denial. 10 11 12 Article 6.Remedies and Legal Status Provisions 13 Amended 14 8/8/1994 15 [v�� 16 Section 6.1 Remedies 17 18 In case any building, structure, site, area or object designated as a landmark or within a- � 19 historic district is about to be demolished, whether as a result of deliberate neglect or otherwise, � 2 0 materially altered, remodeled, removed or destroyed, except in compliance with this Oerdinance, � 21 the Board of Commissioners or the Commission,with the approval of the Board of 2 2 Commissioners,may institute any appropriate action or proceeding to prevent such unlawful 2 3 demolition, destruction, material alteration, remodeling or removal; to restrain, correct or abate 2 4 such violation; or to prevent any illegal act or conduct with respect to such a building, structure, 2 5 site, area or object. Such remedies shall be in addition to any others authorized by Article 6, 2 6 Chapter 153A of the North Carolina General Statutes, G.S. $ 153A-123�os�for violation of a 2 7 county ordinance. 28 29 3 0 Section 6.2 Conflict with other Laws 31 32 Whenever this Oerdinance or any ordinance adopted pursuant to Part 3C of Article 19 of � 3 3 Chapter 160A of the North Carolina General Statutes requires a longer waiting period or imposes 3 4 other higher standards with respect to a designated historic landmark or district than are 3 5 established under any other statute, charter provision or regulation, the provisions of this 3 6 Oerdinance shall apply. Whenever the provisions of any other statute, charter provisions, I 3 7 ordinance or regulation require a longer waiting period or impose other higher standards than are 3 8 established in this Oerdinance, such statute, charter provision, ordinance or regulation shall � 3 9 govern. 40 41 4 2 Adopted this lst day of April, 1991. 43 4 4 Amended February 22, 2006 45 4 6 Amended 18 /O�, ��-a��-�- 3 � 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ORANGE COUNTY 12 13 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION 14 15 16 Rules of Procedure 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Adopted 32 3 3 Apri122, 1992 (Sections 1 - 6) 34 3 5 May 27, 1992 (Sections 7 - 11) 36 3� Amended February 22, 2006 38 /08. 1 Table of Contents 2 3 4 5 SECTION 1: Introduction................................................................................ 1 6 l.l. Purpose.............................................................................................. 1 � 1.2. General.............................................................................................. 1 s a SECTION 2: Officers..................................................................................... 1 io 2.1. General.............................................................................................. 1 i 11 2.2. Chair................................................................................................. 1 12 2.3. Vice Chair.......................................................................................... 1 13 2.4. Secretary............................................................................................ 2 i 4 2.5. Election of Officers............................................................................... 2 15 2.6. Vacancy............................................................................................. 2 16 i� SECTION 3: Meetings ................................................................................... 2 is3.1. Regular Meetings.................................................................................. 3 19 3.2. Special Meetings .................................................................................. 3 2 0 3.3. Cancellation of Meetings ........................................................................ 3 i 21 3.4. Quorum ............................................................................................. 3 22 3.5. Order of Business ................................................................................. 3 2 3 3.6. Time Limits ........................................................................................ 4 2 4 3.7. Open Meetings..................................................................................... 4 2 s 3.8. Agenda.............................................................................................. 4 2 6 3.9. Attendance.......................................................................................... 5 27 2 a SECTION 4: Conducting Business.................................................................... 5 2 9 4.1. Decisions ................................ ........................................................ 5 3 0 4.2. Qualifications to Vote ............................................................................ 5 3 i 4.3. Impartiality Required............................................................................. 6 32 4.4. Conflict of Interest................................................................................ 6 3 3 4.5. Motions ............................................................................................. 6 3 4 4.6. Debate............................................................................................... 7 3 s 4.7. Procedural Motions ............................................................................... 7 36 4.8. Suspension of Rules............................. ............................................... 8 37 3s SECTION 5: Amendments to Rules of Procedure................................................. 8 39 4 o SECTION 6: Notification of Zoning Change/Permit Applications ............................ 9 41 4 2 REVISIONS ................................................................................................. 9 43 /�g 1 2 SECTION 7: Application for Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) ........................ 10 3 7.1. Forms .............................................................................................. 10 4 7.2. Submission to Department of Environment A�riculture Parks & 5 Recreation e-� ................. 10 6 7.3. Application Fee................................................................................... 10 � 7.4. Department of Environment� Agriculture Parks & Recreation 8 Review ' � ' ........... 10 9 7.5. Application Deadline ............................................................................ 10 10 7.6. Application Information......................................................................... 10 11 7.7. Additional E�iibits .............................................................................. 12 12 13 SECTION 8: Consideration of COA by Historic Preservation Commission ............... 12 i 4 8.1. Notification of Property Owners .............................................................. 12 i s 8.2. Agenda and Staff Report Mailed to Commission........................................... 12 16 8.3. Hearings ........................................................................................... 12 17 1 s SECTION 9: Issuance of a COA...................................................................... 13 19 9.1. Approval Stamp .................................................................................. 1 2 0 9.2. Approval of Modified Drawings .............................................................. 13 2 i 9.3. COA Expiration .................................................................................. 14 22 2 3 SECTION 10: Appeals of Commission Action Involving a COA ............................. 14 2 4 10.1. Appeals Time Limit............................................................................ 14 2 6 SECTION 11: Administrative Approval of COAs................................................ 14 2� 11.1. Normal Maintenance........................................................................... 2 s 11.2. Minor Improvements........................................................................... 15 2 9 11.3. Major Modifications ........................................................................... 16 30 3 i REVISIONS ................................................................................................ 17 32 33 34 35 36 37 fio. County of Orange, Historic Preservation Commission Rules of Procedure, Adopted Apri122, 1992 1 2 RULES OF PROCEDURE 3 4 5 6 SECTION 1: � a 1.1. Purpose. To establish procedures for organizing the business of the 9 Orange County Historic Preservation Commission, hereafter referred to lo as the Commission, in executing its duties and responsibilities. 11 12 1.2. General. The Commission shall be governed by the terms of the i 3 Historic Preservation Commission Ordinance and by the terms of 14 Chapter 160A, Article 19, Part 3C, of the N.C. General Statutes as they 1 s may be amended or revised and by these rules to the extent that they do 16 not conflict with the law. For procedures not covered by these rules, the 1� Commission shall follow the rules contained in Robert's Rules of Order, i 8 Revised, except that the legal requirements for Certificates of i 9 Appropriateness will supersede Robert's Rules. � 20 2 i SECTION 2: Of�cers 2 2 Amended 23 2/24/1993 24 2/22/2006 2 s 2.1. General. The Commission shall be composed of seven (7) 2 6 members, all of whom shall have demonstrated special interest, 2� experience, or education in history, architecture, landscape architecture, 2 s archaeology or related fields. All members shall reside within the 29 territorial jurisdiction of Orange County. 30 3 i 2.2. Chair. The Chair shall preside at all meetings and public 32 hearings, make committee appointments, and decide all points of order 33 and procedure subject to these rules unless directed otherwise by a 34 majority of the Commission in session at that time. The Chair shall have 3 5 the right to vote but shall not have the right to break a tie vote in which 3 6 he or she participated. 37 3s 2.3. Vice Chair. The Vice Chair shall serve as acting Chair in the absence 3 9 of the Chair and at such time have all the powers, duties, and voting 4 o rights as the Chair. 41 1 !t!, County of Orange, Historic Preservation Commission Rules of Procedure, Adopted Apri122, 1992 1 2.4. Secretarv. The Orange County Cultural Resources I 2 SpecialistDr°°°r��^+;^„ D�^,�^°r shall serve as Secretary to the 3 Commission. The Secretary, or his/her designee, subject to the direction 4 of the Chair and Commission, shall keep all records, shall conduct all s , conespondence of the Commission, and shall generally supervise the 6 clerical work of the Commission. The Secretary, or his/her designee, � shall keep the minutes of every meeting of the Commission. The s minutes shall show the record of all important facts pertaining to each 9 meeting, every resolution acted upon by the Commission and all votes of 1 o the Commission members upon any recommendation, resolution or upon 11 the final determination of any questions before the Commission, 12 indicating the names of inembers absent or failing to vote. 13 14 2.5. Election of Off'icers. The Chair and Vice Chair shall be elected annually ls at the Commission's first meeting in February. The Chair and Vice 16 Chair shall serve terms of one (1) year and shall be eligible for re- i� election. They shall be eligible to succeed themselves for not more than Za three (3) terms. A majoriry of inembers present shall be necessary to 1 a elect officers. 20 2i 2.6. Vacancy. 22 23 a. A vacancy in the office of Chair shall be filled by the Vice Chair 2 4 succeeding to the office for the balance of the unexpired term. 25 2 6 b. A vacancy in the office of Vice Chair (including a vacancy due to 2� 2.6.a. above) shall be filled by election of a Vice Chair from the 2 s Commission for the balance of the unexpired term. 29 3 o SECTION 3: Meetings 31 Amended 3 2 2/24/1993 3 3 2/22/2006 ' 34 3.1. Regular Meetin�s. Regular meetings of the Commission shall be held on 35 the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the 36 EnvironmentDl� & Agricultural Center. Regular meetings will be � 3� adjourned by 10:30 p.m. but may be continued past that time with a 3 s unanimous vote of inembers present. When the regular meeting day falls 39 on a legal holiday, the Commission may call a special meeting in accord 4 o with Section 3.2 below. 41 2 !/2, County of Orange, Historic Preservation Commission Rules of Procedure, Adopted Apri122, 1992 1 3.2. �ecial Meetin�s. Special meetings may be called by the Chair or by 2 written request of two (2) members of the Commission submitted to the 3 Commission or Chair. Written or oral notice of special meetings shall 4 be given to all members at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the 5 meeting and shall state the time, place, and purpose of the meeting. 6 � 3.3. Cancellation of Meetin�s. Whenever there is no business to come before s the Commission, the Chair may dispense with a regular meeting by 9 giving notice to all members not less than twenty-four (24) hours prior to 1 o the time set for the meeting. il i 2 3.4. uorum. A quorum shall consist of four (4) members of the 13 Commission. The number required for a quorum shall not be affected 14 by vacancies. A member who has withdrawn from a meeting without ls being excused by a majority vote of the remaining members present shall 16 be counted as present for the purpose of determining whether or not a 1� quorum is present. 18 19 3.5. Order of Business. The order of business at regular meetings shall be as 2 o follows: 21 2 2 a. Call to Order 23 2 4 b. Roll Call 25 2 6 c. Introduction of Guests/Visitors 27 2 s d. Consideration of Additions to Agenda 29 so e. Approval of Minutes 31 s 2 f. Reports 33 34 g. Public Hearings 35 3 6 h. Items for Decision 37 3 8 i. Discussion Items 39 4 o j. Informational Items 41 42 k. Adjournment 3 ��3. County of Orange, Historic Preservation Commission Rules of Procedure, Adopted Apri122, 1992 1 2 The order of business may be varied by unanimous consent of the 3 members present. 4 s 3.6. Time Limits. 6 � a. The Commission may limit the length of a meeting or set a time s for adjournment by a concurring vote of a simple majority of 9 those members present. io 1 i b. The Chair may limit the time each person at a public hearing is 12 allowed to speak. 13 14 3.7. Open Meetin�s. All regular and special meetings, public hearings, 15 records, and minutes of the Commission shall be open to the public, i 6 providedi> however, the Commission shall have the power to meet in ( 1� executive session providing appropriate procedural necessities are i s complied with as prescribed in North Carolina's Open Meeting Law, 19 N.C. General Statutes_;-G��143-318.1 to �143-318.7 (1974). The � 2 o press shall be notified by telephone or in person of special meetings at 21 least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meeting. 22 23 3.8. A__genda. 24 2 5 a. The agenda for each regular or special meeting or public hearing 2 6 shall be prepared by the Secretary of the Commission, following 2� consultation with the Chair. 28 29 b. The agenda for each meeting shall be mailed to all members no 3 0 later than five (5) days prior to the scheduled meeting or hearing, 3 i except in the case of special meetings called under Section 3.2. in 32 which the agenda will be delivered or orally transmitted, as 33 appropriate, to the members no later than forty-eight (48) hours 34 prior to the scheduled meeting or hearing. 35 3 6 c. No business, either old or new, may be considered by the 3� Commission unless such item is approved for consideration by a 3 s majority vote of the members present. Such item shall be for 3 9 discussion purposes only, and no decision shall be made on such 4o item until a subsequent meeting. 41 4 //y, County of Orange, Historic Preservation Commission Rules of Procedure, Adopted Apri122, 1992 1 2 3.9. Attendance. 3 4 a. A member who will be unable to attend the regular meeting of 5 the Commission must contact the Chair or Secretary at least 24 6 hours before the scheduled meeting and indicate the general � reason for being absent. Earlier notification is encouraged. The 8 Commission will be notified of the absence and reason at the 9 meeting. io i i b. Any members of the Commission who miss more than three i 2 consecutive meetings or public hearings, or who miss more than 13 one-half of the meetings in a calendar year, for something other 14 than an approved absence as determined by the Chairperson, may 15 lose their status as member of the Commission and may be 16 replaced by the Board of Commissioners. l� 1 s c. Absence due to sickness, death of an unmediate family member, 19 professional leave, or other valid reason shall be considered 2 o approved absence and shall not affect the member's status. 21 22 d. In the event of a long illness or other cause for prolonged 2 3 absence, the member may be replaced. 24 2 s SECTION 4: Conducting 26 2� 4.1. Decisions. The vote of a majority of those members present shall be 2 8 sufficient to decide any matter before the Commission, provided a 2 9 quorum is present. No member shall be excused from voting except as 3 o required in Section 4.2. or Section 4.4. In all other cases, a failure to 31 vote by a member who is physically present in the meeting room or who 32 has withdrawn without being excused by a majority vote of the 33 remaining members, shall be recorded as an affirmative vote. A 3 4 negative vote or a tie vote on a motion to approve a Certificate of 3s Appropriateness shall constitute a disapproval of the application. Voting 3 6 will be by roll call of the Commission members for decisions related to 3� the issuance of Certificates of Appropriateness or for other business for 3 a which a roll call is deemed necessary by the Chair. 39 4 0 4.2. Qualifications to Vote. No Conunission member shall vote on any 41 matter before the Commission unless that member shall have attended 42 the Commission's previous deliberations on such matter, or shall 5 /fs', County of Orange, Historic Preservation Commission Rules of Procedure, Adopted April 22, 1992 1 otherwise have the approval of the Chair to vote on such matter. The 2 Chair's approval shall be contingent on the assurance by the mernber that 3 the member has read any material distributed to the Commission 4 members related to the matter and the minutes of any meeting at which s the matter was discussed. 6 � 4.3. Impartiality Required. No Commission member shall discuss any s application with any parties prior to the Commission's deliberations on 9 such application unless the member has notified the Chair in advance of lo such discussions. The major points of such discussions shall be entered 11 into the record of the minutes of the meeting at which an application is 12 considered. 13 14 Members may seek and/or receive information pertaining to the 1 s application from any other member of the Commission or its staff prior 16 to the hearing. In addition, personal visits to view a site or building 1� prior to the hearing and which do not involve discussions with an 1 s applicant are permitted. 19 2 0 4.4. Conflict of Interest. No Commission member shall take part in any 21 hearing, consideration, determination or vote concerning a property in 22 which the Commission member or a close relative (spouse, sibling, child 23 or parent): 24 2 s a. Is the applicant before the Commission; 26 2� b. Owns property within 100 feet of the subject property; or 2s 2 9 c. Has a financial interest in the subject property or improvements 3 o to be undertaken thereon. 31 32 In addition, a Commission member may request to be excused from 3 3 taking part in any hearing, consideration, determination or vote s 4 concerning a properry in which a business associate or employer of the 35 Commission member: 36 3� d. Is the applicant before the Commission; 38 39 e. Owns property within 100 feet of the subject properry; or 40 4 i f. Has a financial interest in the subject property or improvements 4 2 to be underta.ken thereon. 6 1/�, County of Orange, Historic Preservation Commission Rules of Procedure, Adopted Apri122, 1992 1 2 4.5. Motions.[o�� The Commission shall proceed by motion. Any member, 3 including the Chair, may make or second a motion. A substantive 4 motion (non-procedural motion) is out of order while another substantive s motion is pending. A motion may be withdrawn by the introducer at any 6 time before a vote. � 8 4.6. Debate.�oz� The Chair shall state the motion and then open the floor to 9 debate on it. The member who made the motion is entitled to speak i o first. A member who has not spoken on the issue shall be recognized 11 before someone who has already spoken. 12 13 4.7. Procedural Motions. In addition to substantive motions, the following 14 procedural motions, and no others, shall be in order in the following 15 priority: 16 1� a. To adjourn. This motion may be made only when action on a 1 g pending matter concludes. It may not interrupt deliberations of a 1 g pending matter. 20 2 i b. To take a recess. 22 2 s c. Call to follow the agenda. The motion must be made at the first 2 4 reasonable opportunity or it is waived. 25 2 6 d. To suspend the rules. 27 2 s e. To defer consideration. A substantive motion, consideration of 29 which has been deferred, expires one hundred (100) days 3 o thereafter unless a motion to revive consideration is adopted. 31 32 f. Call of the previous question. The motion is not in order until 3 3 there has been at least twenty (20) minutes of debate, and every 3 4 member has had an opportunity to speak once. 35 36 g. To postpone to certain time or day. 37 3 s h. To refer to a committee. Sixty days after a motion has been 3 9 referred to a committee, the introducer may compel consideration 4 0 of the measure by the entire Commission, regardless of whether 41 the committee has reported the matter back to the Commission. 42 7 i��, I County of Orange, Historic Preservation Commission Rules of Procedure, Adopted Apri122, 1992 1 i. To amend. An amendment to a motion must be pertinent to the 2 subject matter of the motion, but it may achieve the opposition of 3 the motion's intent. The motion may be amended and an 4 amendment may be amended, but no further amendments may be 5 made. 6 �� j. To revive consideration. The motion is in order any time up to a 100 days after a vote to defer consideration. A substa.ntive 9 motion, consideration of which has been deferred, expires 100 1 o days thereafter unless a motion to revive consideration is 11 adopted. 12 13 k. To reconsider. The motion must be made by a member who 14 voted with the prevailing side. It must be made at the same 1 s meeting as the vote was taken. It cannot interrupt deliberation on 16 a pending matter but is in order at any time before actual 1� adjournment. is 19 1. To rescind or repeal. 20 21 m. To ratify. 22 23 4.8. Suspension of Rules. The Commission may, upon an affirmative vote of 2 4 five (5) members, suspend these rules of procedure for consideration of 2 s any matter before the Commission. 26 2� 5ECTION 5: Amendments to Rules of Procedure 2s 2 9 These rules may, within the limits allowed by law, be amended at any time by 3 o an affirmative vote of not less than five (5) members of the Coxnmission, s i provided that such amendment shall have first been presented to the membership 32 in writing at a regular or special meeting preceding the meeting at which the 3 3 vote is taken. 34 g /ee. County of Orange, Historic Preservation Commission Rules of Procedure, Adopted April 22, 1992 1 2 SECTION 6: Notification of Zoning Change/Permit Applications 3 4 In order to facilitate the exercise of the Commission authority and responsibility s in promoting, enhancing, and preserving the character and heritage of Orange 6 County, the Commission requests that the Director of Planning & Inspections � � notify the Commission of pending applications for zoning changes, use permits, a variances and demolition permits, and proposed zoning text amendment or other 9 proposals which affect properties in an existing or proposed historic district 1 o and/or struciural and landscape resources of historic, architectural, 11 archaeological, visual or cultural significance. 12 13 14 ADOPTED: B unanimous vote of the Orange County Historic Preservation Commission on Y 15 April 22, 1992. 16 17 18 19 7�t7/Ti 7� oo� t + n1 •�n 7?i lnc n�Drnnnrl ro f r r�i-�noc+c+�nrt �nri�irotinn c� or-frocca'ar�roz proc�,TSizr�--appiicaci��ii�' 20 fnr (�'o t'�nntnc� �F Ar�r�rnr�r�Zf'Pn_a_�_ 21 22 ��n An � t� 1 rlca T? �1 nf Dr.� � � +�r -�nncninrt or�r��i�ntio C� OTTrOCCQRC�L'�TTJTOCIl'J'�1Z�Gp11tCLClv11 23 f�r llOCi� �YllY1 nTT�i'rrion��."�r�rlmn..i�• 24 , 25 �, 26 . 9 //9, County of Orange, Historic Preservation Commission Rules of Procedure, Adopted May 27, 1992 1 SECTION 7: Application for Certificate of Appropriateness 2 Amended 2/22/2006 3 4 7.1. Forms. Application forms for a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) s are available in the Department of Environmeut, Agriculture, Parks and 6 Recreation (DEAPR)�n.>;,.^^,�,or* ^�,a vo�,,,,,.,.o r,,.,�o,..,.,*;,,,, � ��€��. s 9 7.2. Submission to the DEAPR� ' ^ °,* �� A ^�� •^� �'^ � ^*'^ I 10 ��€��. When the applicant has completed the application by 11 providing the information required by Section 7.6., he or she shall 12 submit the completed application to the DEAP I 13 �no�iirno (�'r� nt+�r� Tlo rfmar�t 14 15 7.3. Application Fee. An application fee, of an amount to be approved by 16 the Board of Commissioners, must accompany completed applications. 1� ls 7.4. The DEAPR�„�,;,.,,,,.,,o„� .,,,,� Ao�,,,,,.�o r-�,,,,�o,..>.,t;,,� r,o,,.,,-+,,,o„* laReview. �DEAPR�,,.,;,-„r,,,o„+ .,,,a �o�,,,,,.,.o �,,,,�a,.<,.,�;,,., 2 0 �:� shall review each application for completeness and for 2 i compliance and shall confer with the Planning Department for 2 2 compliance with the other zoning and/or building requirements on the 2 3 property. 24 2 s 7.5. A�plication Deadline. The deadline for filing of applications for COAs 2 6 is 45 days prior to the Commission meeting at which the application is 2� proposed to be heard. 2s 2 9 7.6. Application Information. The Commission hereby establishes that the 3 o following information and data are necessary to properly evaluate an 31 application for COA, and shall be provided by the applicant. 32 33 a. Property tax map number and/or parcel identification number 3 4 (PIN}; 35 3 6 b. Property address; 37 3 8 c. Name of the property owner; 39 4 o d. Owner's address and phone number; 41 42 e. Name of the applicant (if different than property owner); ' 43 I 10 /'�b. County of Orange, Historic Preservation Commission Rules of Procedure, Adopted May 27, 1992 1 f. Applicant's address and phone number; 2 3 g. Date of application; 4 s h. Architect (if applicable); 6 � i. Architect's address and phone number; 8 9 j. A written description of proposed changes in the appearance of 1 o the exterior of the structure and/or of the site; 11 12 k. Four (4) copies of drawings showing building alterations and/or 13 additions to existing structures or showing new construction. As z 4 used here, "drawings" will mean plans and exterior elevations 15 drawn to scale, with sufficient detail to show, as far as they relate 16 to exterior appearances, the architectural design of buildings; 1� proposed building materials; site layout, including walls, walks, 1 s terraces, parking areas, plantings, accessory buildings, signs, 19 lights, and other physical elements. � 20 21 1. In the case of an application for a COA for the demolition of an 22 existmg structare, the applicant shall submit legible photographs 2 3 showing all sides of the structure under consideration and I 2 4 photographs showing adjacent structures and the relation of the 2 s , structure to the site. 26 2� m. A list of the names and addresses of all property owners within a 2 s 500-foot radius of any portion of the property under 2 9 consideration. 30 31 n. Any other supporting statements, drawings or material that the 32 applicant may believe will assist in communicating his or her 33 plans for the site and structure. 34 35 0. If a previous application for COA for the same property has been 3 6 denied, the applicant shall specify the substantial changes made to 3� � the plans for the proposed modification or substantial changes in 3 a conditions in the district. 39 4 o If application is made for admuustrative approval of a COA pursuant to 41 Section 11.2., an applicant shall not be required to provide the 4 2 information listed in k. and m. above, with the exception of the Iist of 43 building materials. 11 02/, County of Orange, Historic Preservation Commission Rules of Procedure, Adopted May 27, 1992 1 2 7.7. Additional E�ibits. Any exhibit to be presented to the Commission at 3 the time it considers a case must be submitted to the 4 DEAPR�:.�::�:ma.,� ., �, ,�o�,,,,,-,.o r,,,,�o,..,.,�;,,,, „o„�,.t,ro.,+ at least 24 � a.u� uiau a s hours prior to presentation to the Commission. 6 � SECTION 8: Consideration of COA by Historic Preservation Commission s Amended 2/22/2006 9 i o 8.1.1. Notification of Propertv Owners. The Department of Environment, 11 A�riculture, Parks and Recreatio:�.:.a��.....,,.�� 4�.0 pv.�vuia.z. 12 �'^^�°~'�•^t;^�, '�°r�r*,r°T* shall mail a notice to the applicant and owners 13 of property within 500 feet of the property under consideration using the 14 address list provided by the applicant after the addresses have been i s checked against the Orange County tax listings. The notice will be 16 mailed by certified mail at least fifteen (15) days prior to the 1� Commission meeting at which the case is to be heard. is 19 8.2. Agenda and Staff Report Mailed to Commission. A meeting agenda and 2 o a staff report for each application will be mailed to the Commission 21 members at least five (5) days prior to the meeting at which the 2 2 application is to be considered. 23 24 8.3. Hearin�s. The Commission shall conduct its hearings as generally 2 s outlined below, except that the Chairperson of the Commission may, at 2 6 his or her discretion, amend the procedures as necessary for the 2� expeditious conduct of the Commission's business. All applications for a 2 s COA shall be acted upon within forty-five (45) days of the meeting at 2 9 which the staff report is presented. Failure to act on an application 3 o within the forty-five (45) day period shall mean that the application is 31 deemed approved. The period may be extended to a date certain with 3 2 the consent of the applicant. 33 34 a. The Chairperson shall call the hearing to order. 35 3 6 b. The Chairperson shall acknowledge that the proceedings are 3� being recorded and that written minutes of the meeting will be 3 s kept. The Chairperson may also establish time limits for each 3 9 side of the issue and for each individual speaker. 40 41 c. The Chairperson (or Vice Chairperson, if presiding) shall swear 42 in or affirm all witnesses. 43 12 �'��, County of Orange, Historic Preservation Commission Rules of Procedure, Adopted May 27, 1992 1 d. The staff shall present the application background and staff 2 recommendation. 3 4 e. The Commission shall receive testimony from persons in favor of 5 the COA. 6 � f. The Commission shall receive testimony from persons opposed to 8 • the COA. 9 �o g. Discussion of the case by Commission members. 11 � 12 h. The Commission shall make its decision and may approve, approve i 13 with conditions or deny the application. In making its decision, the 14 Commission shall make findings of fact indicating the extent to which 15 the application is or is not consistent with the historical character and 16 qualities of the historic district and/or historic landmark, whichever 1� is applicable. In the case of a request for a COA for demolition, the 1 s Commission shall state the effective date of approval of the COA. 19 2 o SECTION 9: Issuance of a Certificate Of Appropriateness (COA) 21 Amended 2/22/2Q06 22 2 3 9.1. A�proval Stam�. Upon approval of the COA application by the 2 q Commission, the staff of the Department of Environment, A�riculture � 2s Parks and Recreation (DEAPR} �n •�� mont ;,,,,� na ,,, ,.o r-� �• 2 6 n°n�.�.P�r�I� will denote with an inked rubber stamp the approval on 2� three of the copies of the drawzngs submitted with the application. The 2 a DEAPR�n;.;_-^u.�;A�� 4�,� uA��:4p �'�::�°�.-u�:�� *«=��t shall keep � 2 9 one copy in its application file, submit one copy to the Inspections 3 o Division of the Planning and Inspections Department and return one � 31 copy to the applicant. 32 33 9.2. A�proval of Modified Drawin�s. If changes are made to the drawings as 34 a result of conditions on the COA stipulated by the Commission, the 3 5 applicant shall submit drawings incozporating the changes to the 36 DEAPR�r< •.,,,,,,,o�,- .,r� Dncni�rro �,,,,�o,.<,.,t;,,., r,o ,-�,ro�,* If the � .�:� . 3� drawings conform to the conditions imposed by the Commission, the s s DEAPR sha11 ' 3 9 denote approval with an inked rubber stamp and distribute copies as 4 o described in Section 9.1. The applicant may not proceed under the COA 41 until the modified drawings are approved pursuant to this section. 42 13 �23. County of Orange, Historic Preservation Commission Rules of Procedure, Adopted May 27, 1992 1 2 9.3. COA Expiration. The COA expires six (6) months after the date of 3 issuance, or, in the case of demolition, six (6) months after the effective 4 date of the Certificate, if the work authorized by the Certificate has not s been commenced. If, after commencement, the work is discontinued for 6 a period of si�c (6) months, the Certificate shall expire immediately. No � work authorized by a Certificate that has expired shall be performed 8 until a new Certificate has been obtained. 9 lo The DEAPR�.,<,;,.,,,,,,,o„� .,,,,� vo�,,,,,.,,o �,,,,�o,..,.,t;,,., r,o,,.,..�.,,o„� Staff � L11 Y 11 V 11111L111 CL11LL 1\l+J V lll�lJ l..p 11 may renew an expired Certificate if the proposed work is consistent in 12 all respects with the application approved by the Historic Preservation 13 Commission. Where changes or modifications are proposed to the i 4 approved application, the renewal of a Certificate shall be considered as 1 s a new application. 16 i 7 SECTION 10: Appeals of Commission Action Involving a COA i s Amended 2/22/2006 19 2 0 10.1. Appeals Time Limit. The Historic Preservation Commission hereby 21 establishes that appeals to the actions of the Commission in granting or 22 denying any COA shall be filed with the Board of Adjustment within 2 s thirty (30) days of the day of the Commission's decision. 24 25 SECTION 11: Administrative Approval of COAs 2 6 The following lists provide examples of the types of activities for which a 2� Certificate of Appropriateness is and is not required and provides guidance for 2 s administrative approval of COAs. 29 3 0 11.1. Normal Maintenance. The Historic Preservation Commission considers 3 i the following activities to be routine maintenance of historic properties. 32 The following activities do not require a Certificate of Appropriateness. 33 However, other County permits may be necessary. 34 3 s a. Interior work. 36 3� b. Painting, interior. 38 39 c. Replacement of window glass and sash as long as window size, 4 o style, and material are not altered. 41 42 d. Caulking and weather stripping. 43 14 /2 G/, County of Orange, Historic Preservation Commission Rules of Procedure, Adopted May 27, 1992 1 e. Landscape maintenance, including the removal of dead/damaged 2 plants, provided existing healthy trees and/or shrubs are not 3 removed or severely pruned. 4 s f. Real estate and political signs. 6 � g. Repairs to walks, patios, fences and driveways as long as s replacement materials match the existing materials. 9 i o h. Replacement of small amounts of missing or deteriorated siding, 11 trim, roof shingles, porch flooring, steps, gutters and down i2 spouts, etc., as long as the replacement materials matches the 13 existing materials. 14 1 s 11.2. Minor Improvements. Minor improvements to structures require 16 Certificates of Appropriateness. The following activities are considered 17 by the Historic Preservation Commission to be minor modifications, as 1 a long as they do not have a significant impact on the exterior appearance 19 of the historic structures. The Department of Environment, Agriculture, 2 o Parks and Recreation� � ^ ^ °'t °, ¢A�^, �^° r'^-,�°_ ��+-�__ 21 �€��i� is responsible for issuing Certificates of Appropriateness for 2 2 the following types of work: 23 2 4 a. Installation of storm windows and doors. 25 2 6 b. Side and rear yard fences and walls not facing a public street. 27 2 s c. Installation of exterior mechanical equipment such as roof fans, 2 9 heat pumps, and air compressors. 30 31 d. Repairs to walls, patios, fences, and driveways as long as 32 replacement matches what presently exists. 33 34 e. Foundation repairs, including vents and access doors. 35 3 6 f. Replacement of exterior stairs, landings, and steps. 37 ss g. Replacement of large amounts of missing or deteriorated siding, 3 9 trim, porch floors, windows, and gutters or architectural details 4 o when there is no change in materials and design of original. 41 42 h. Re-pointing and other masonry repairs. 43 15 �'L S. County of Orange, Historic Preservation Commission Rules of Procedure, Adopted May 27, 1992 1 i. Exterior lighting fixtures. 2 3 j. Removal of asbestos or other artificial siding. 9 s k. Signs, other than real estate and political. 6 � 1. New roof coverings using shingles from pre-approved list. s 9 m. Installation of satellite dishes. lo 11 n. Exterior paint removal. 12 13 11.3. Major Modifications. Major modifications listed below require a 14 Certificate of Appropriateness approved by the Historic Preservation i s Commission. These activities are examples of building alterations, site 16 changes, new construction or demolition which require a Certificate of 1� Appropriateness. is 19 a. Exterior changes to the primary building or other struciures on 2 o the property, not included in the normal maintenance and minor 21 improvements list. Such changes include types or styles of 22 windows, doors, porches, decks, roofs, and lighting fixtures. 23 24 b. Alterations in exterior architectural details, such as additions or 2 s changes in style of porch railings, gutters, shutters, brackets, 2 6 molding, gingerbread or other decorative work. 27 2 a c. Removal and/or severe pruning of healthy plant materials as well 2 9 as the installation of new plant material which alters the character 3 0 of the site. 31 32 d. The installation on any structure, of vinyl or aluminum siding or 3 3 of any other sidingz of a different sryle or material than the � 34 existing siding. 35 36 e. The disturbance of designated archaeological sites. ( 37 3 s f. The construction of any addition to an existing structure; such as 3 9 the addition of rooms, chimneys, porches, decks, ramps, solar 4 o panels, and skylights, or any new construction. 41 16 IrZC�, County of Orange, Historic Preservation Commission Rules of Procedure, Adopted May 27, 1992 1 g. The construction or placement of any outbuilding on the 2 property, including carports, garages, utility sheds, barns, silos, 3 drying sheds, and bulk barns. 4 s h. New construction or relocation of a primary structure. 6 � i. The placement or construction of any yard fixtures such as lamp s posts or other lighting fixtures, walkways, fences or walls, 9 driveways, parking areas or the placement of any physical 1 o structure which could be considered ornamental. 11 12 j. The deconstruction, demolition or removal of any structure, � 13 including outbuildings, yard fixtures or any part thereof. 14 Although a Certificate of Appropriateness is required and may 1 s include a delay before a demolition permit is issued, the County 16 cannot prohibit the demolition. 1� z s k. Parking lots. � 19 2 0 1. The installation of any permanent exterior sign measuring larger 21 than three (3) square feet in area. 22 23 ' 2 4 ADOPTED: By unanimous vote of the Orange County Historic Preservation Commission on 2 5 May 27, 1992. 26 27 z a REVI5IONS 29 30 2/24/1993 : Revised to include Rules of Procedure for processing applications for 31 designation as Historic Landmarks. 32 3 3 2/22/2006 : Revised to reflect the creation of the Environment and Resource 3 4 Conservation Department. 35 36 Revised to reflect the creation of the Departme��t of Environment 37 Agriculture, Parks and Recreatioll and the adoption of Desi,gn 3 s Stcrrt�lards for Orange Count�Local Landfnarks and Local 3 9 Historic Districts. 40 17 A-H"��M�h-1- � �2' MEETING SUMMARY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION August 25, 2010 MEMBERS PRESENT: Leonard Vogel, Alice Remini, Statler Gilfillen and Tom Atlison MEMBERS ABSENT or EXCUSED: Todd Dickinson, Steve Rankin and Terri Russ GUEST PRESENT: STAFF: Rich Shaw and Tina Moon, Department of Environment, Agriculture, Parks and Recreation ITEM #1: CALL TO ORDER Vice Chair Vogel called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m. ITEM #2: ADDITIONS TO AGENDA Moon provided information on new advisory board procedures, which will be implemented in September. ITEM #3: CHAIR COMMENTS None. ITEM #4: APPROVAL OF MINUTES�IuIy 28, 2010 Remini motioned to approve the July 28, 2010 minutes. Allison seconded the motion. The HPC unanimously approved the meeting minutes from July 28, 2010. ITEM#5: ITEMS FOR DECISION a. New paragraph for Design Standards, Forward, outlining benefits of Local Landmark Program. Af fhe previous meeting, Barry Jacobs representing Moorefields, one of the county's Loca/ Landmarks, asked about the incentive for participating in the program and suggesfed fhat the benefits be speUed out, clearly, earlier in the Design Standards text. Members discussed adding a paragraph or two fo the Forward secfion fo summarize the benefits, and were asked to draft a paragraph for discussion at the Augusf ineeting. Remini prepared a paragraph, which staff Xeroxed and distributed to the HPC at the meeting. Members discussed the role of paragraph and its best location. After discussion, members decided to extract the first paragraph from the existing Forward in the Design Standards, to divide the single long sentence into two shorter sentences, and to place the text at the very beginning of the manual to serve as a forward. "This manual of design standards was created to de�ne and standardize the Certificate of Appropriateness review process for owners of Orange County Local Landmarks or buildings wifhin Local Historic Districts. And provides a guide to technical and preservation planning for al/ historic property owners." Members also recommended including the Local Landmark brochure to the Design Standards, when appropriate to help promote the program. b. Final revisions to Design Standards and amended ordinance and rules of procedure. With regard to other revisions the consensus of the members present was to go back to the original title on the cover page to focus on the design standards, but to add the state North Carolina and the sponsoring agency— the HPC, BOCC etc. Members also asked to change the cover photo from the new courthouse to the historic courthouse. Members also asked staff to double check the number of National Register sites in the unincorporated portion of Orange County and modify the chart if necessary. Staff distributed excerpts from the ordinance and rules of procedure governing the HPC along with sections from the state statutes outlining the legal provisions for local preservation programs. Members discussed three areas where the statutes go into more detail than the County's ordinance. 1) The Board of Adjustment should be the board that hears appeals of HPC decisions regarding Certificate of Appropriateness applications (COA). 2) The HPC's opportunity to consider reviewing changes to some interior rooms in Local Landmarks with the Historic Preservation Commission Minutes August 25, 2010 Page 1 �I /28� � consent of the owner. 3) Modifying the time limit for the HPC to decide on COA applications in order to provide sufficient time to seek the expertise of the State Historic Preservation Office and or other experts. Vogel summarized the HPC's discussion asked for a motion to revise An Ordinance Creating the Hisforic Preservation Commission of Orange County, Section 5.4 subsection D and Section 5.1 subsection 3(d). Remini motioned approval of the revisions, seconded by Gilfillen. The HPC voted unanimous approval. c. Order of Business at Meetings While reviewing the Rules of Procedure for the revisions associated with the Design Standards and department name change, staff noticed that the HPC has strayed slightly from the order of business outlined in the Rules of Procedure document. Staff identified the minor difference befinreen the current agenda and the formal order of business and suggested that the HPC consider reverting back to the order outlined in the Rules. *Vogel asked for a motion to consolidate all of the changes discussed at the meeting including revisions for the ' n e Creatin the Historic Preservation Commission of Orange County), the draft design ordinance An Ord�na c ( 9 marks and Local Historic Districts , and the rules rds for Oran e Count Loca/ Land ) standards (Design Standa g y of procedure (Orange County Historic Preservation Commission Ru/es of Procedure) to be forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners for consideration. Remini moved approval. Gilfillen seconded the motion. The HPC voted unanimously to make the remaining revisions, outlined above, and directed staff to submit all three documents: the design standards, ordinance and rules of procedure to the Board of County Commissioners for consideration and potential adoption. ITEM#6: ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/UPDATES a. Hillsborough named Preservation America Community Members recognized the efforts of the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough in having Hillsborough named a Preservation America Community, and asked staff to prepare a letter of congratulations to review at the next meeting. b. Determining the next steps for the County Scenic Corridor Map Members decided to postpone this item until the next meeting. c. Updates & Information Sharing: Local Landmark Candidate and Schedule, Stabilization efforts, Membership, CLG Education requirement, Unified Development Ordinance, and any remaining items outlined in the minutes of the last meeting. Moon went over the Local Landmark approval schedule with the HPC to describe the formal application process for Murphey School. Staff has set a meeting with Mr. Miller to review his application and once complete, place Murphey School on the agenda for formal Local Landmark consideration. Moon provided a brief update on the stabilization efforts at the Blackwood property. The barn project is more than halfinray finished, and the house has a new roof and gutter system. Staff encouraged HPC members to attend some or all of the upcoming Preservation North Carolina conference for its continuing education requirements. Staff provided updates on the Unified Development Ordinance. ITEM#7: INFORMATIONAL ITEMS a. Preservation North Carolina Annual Conference-2010 Durham b. The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough Newsletter c. Excerpts from Preservation Forum ITEM #8: ADJOURNMENT Gilfillen motioned to adjourn the meeting at 9:02 p.m. Next meeting scheduled for September 22, 2010. Historic Preservation Commission Minutes August 25, 2010 2 -- �, p�-i�a�,hm�r�-t-- s �2g a�,'s�arF°' � � � • � �r � �d �� a,w�' North Carolina Departrnent of Cultural Resources State Historic Preservation O�ce Petcr 13.Sandbeck,Admirusttator Bcvecly lsavcs Perdue,Govecnor Office of A:cluves and Hismry Linda A.Cadisic,Scccea�ry Division of Histocical Rcsoucccs Jeffrey J.Ccow,Deputy Seuetacy l�vid Btook,Dii�ectoc August 4,2014 Christina Moan, Cultuxal Resoutce Specialist Orange County Aept. of Environment,Agricultui-e,Parks&Recxeation PO Box 8181 . I-iillsboxough,NC 2727$ Dear Ms. Moon: Thank you for giving us the appoxtuniry to xeview and comment on the draft of the Dcsign Star�dards for Orunge County Lacal Lanclrrrark.r and Loca1 Hirtoric Districts. Overall,we found the Guidelines to be well-written and thorough.We feel rhe document will give the owners of current and potential landmatk properties a clear understanding of the designation process as well as the information needed to propose any alterations to their properties. We did,however,offer a few comments and suggestions for minox edits,wkuch ase advisory only. These suggesrions included adding captions to photos,citing the state enabling legislation,and clarifying contact infoxmation for the State Historic Preservation O£fice. On July 28,2010,we were able to arxange a phone discussion to go over these suggestions. T enjoyed speaking with you about the Guidelines as well as the woxli being done by the�range County Historic Preseiv�ation Commission. We commend you and the commission for your continued commitment to preservadon in Orange County. �'ve hope that you are able to use your updated Guidelines to assist the commission with the designadon of . additional landmaxks in the future. As �ways,we are here to assist you in any waq possible. Sincerely, �:c;� `�"c�c�'ic�o� eCa�,e... � � Michele 1'atterson McCabe Grants Coordinator . Locadon;i(KI East Jonc�x Strect,Rakigh NC 2�601 Maili��g Addrese:4Gt7 Mai!Secvicc Ccnter,Ralcigh NC 27G99-0Gt7 Telephone/Fax:(9l9)807-GS70/8a7-6599