49-13. Relocation
The ZBA must issue a Certificate of Appropriateness for the move before any other necessary permits can be obtained. The HRC may provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Adjustment
- Proper documentation shall be made prior to relocation of a historic building, including documenting its original setting and context, photographs, site plans, other graphic materials, and/or written statements to record the existing site conditions as necessary.
- Contractors experienced in moving historic structures shall be enlisted to do the following:
- Determine the structural condition of the property.
- Coordinate with the utility companies and county and municipal departments.
- Protect the structure from vandalism or weather damage during the move.
- Minimize structural damage during the move.
- Relocation of a structure shall not diminish or damage existing historic landmark buildings.
- The HRC and ZBA shall be provided with a site plan for the proposed site features of the new setting, including information on accessory buildings, driveways, site lighting, and parking areas.
