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does not meet the standard, 1 means the structure moderately meets the standard, and 2 means the structure significantly meets the standard. A total score of 4 or greater will result in issuance of a COA with an order for delay of demolition for 365 days from the date in the COA. A total score of less than 4 may result in the issuance of a COA with a delay of less than 365 days or no delay of demolition. The standards are as follows: 1. Architectural Integrity a. The structure has maintained the integrity of its original architectural form. b. Changes made to the structure over 50 years ago have gained historic significance. 2. Architectural Style a. The structure has a distinctive architectural style b. It has superior craftsmanship c. The structure is the last or oldest example of a certain building type d. It is one of a cluster of buildings that are significant as a group. 3. Cultural Significance: The structure is culturally significant due to factors such as its historic use, an event, a person, a builder, or an architect associated with the structure. 4. Structural Integrity
a. The structure will be given a score of 2 points for structural integrity unless the applicant has provided an engineer’s report stating otherwise. b. Said report will be paid for by the applicant using a structural engineer recommended by the SHPO. c. The structural components – roof, wall, floor, and foundation systems will each have a value of ½ appointed. If the report states that system is structurally unsound, the score of 2 will be reduced by ½ point per system rated at 50% or more unsound.
K. HPC Decision and Findings of Fact: The action on any application must be supported by specific findings of fact indicated the extent to which the application meets the provisions above. The HPC may choose to include previous documented time spent in the search for an alternative to demolition, such as moving the structure, as part of any required delay of demolition. L. Review Period by HPC: Applications for COA shall be acted upon within 180 days after a complete application is filed, otherwise the application shall be deemed approved and a certificate shall be issued. An extension of time may be granted by mutual consent of the HPC and the applicant. M. Immediate Demolition – Other Historic Structures: For applications regarding “other historic structures” as outlined in Section 15.11.4.A.2 above, the applicant may avoid a delay in demolition imposed by the HPC if the State Building Inspector orders the immediate demolition of the structure or if the applicant makes a claim of
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