Sponsor
Alderman Helding
Title
Architectural Guidelines for affected properties within an H-Historic Properties District
Whereas, the City of Racine has established the H - Historic Properties District to protect historical, architectural, archeological and cultural resources that are important to preserve, and to assist in the documentation, study and understanding of the collective history of the city, county, state, region or nation; and
Whereas, the Landmarks Preservation Commission and Plan Commission have recommended approval of Architectural Guidelines for affected properties within an H - Historic Properties District; and
Whereas, the purpose of these guidelines is to provide principals and component specific framework relating to each architectural quality of a property to achieve the outcome of a durable project that upholds or enhances the value of it and adjacent properties in accordance with Chapter 58 Historic Preservation, and Chapter 114, Sections 614 through 634 H - Historic Properties District, of the Racine Municipal Code.
Now, therefore, be it resolved, that the Common Council of the City of Racine hereby adopts the Architectural Guidelines for affected properties within an H - Historic Properties District for landmarks, landmark sites and contributing properties, or new construction on a vacant or cleared lot or parcel as follows:
(a) Guiding Principles
(1) A finding of appropriateness either from the Department of City Development (the department) or the Landmarks Preservation Commission (the commission) is required before a building permit may be applied for.
(2) Compliance with all applicable building and zoning codes and ordinances is required.
(3) In applying these guidelines, consideration shall be given to the context of the built and natural surroundings in which the property is situated.
(4) The original design of the building should be respected, including those details that contribute to architectural character (gingerb...
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