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Design Standards for Relocation, Demolition & Demolition by Neglect Relocation Relocating or moving historic properties should only be considered as a last resort, and only to save a property from demolition. All other alternatives should be carefully considered before a move. Moving a building or structure removes it from its historic context and therefore discon- nects the tangible evidence of that history. If it becomes necessary to move a building within Wake Forest’s Historic Districts, it should remain within the original district, as close to its original location and positioned with similar setback and orientation, thereby maintaining its historic context. Similarly, it is appropriate for landmark properties to maintain a close proxim- ity to original location. It is inappropriate to move urban or suburban houses to a rural setting or rural houses to an urban setting, as it destroys the historic context of the building. In addi- tion, a move or change in setting and association with its historic context renders the building ineligible for the National Register of Historic Places or noncontributing to the historic district. Careful planning is essential in relocating a property. Contact the State Historic Preservation Office and Preservation Planner for advice and assistance regarding relocating buildings. A COA is required from the Wake Forest Historic Preservation Commission to remove a property from its original location and must be completed simultaneously with a COA for the post- removal site and the new site. Standards for Relocation 1. Consider relocation only when all other on-site preservation alternatives have been exhausted (all alternatives investigated must be included in the COA). 2. Completely document the building in its original location through photographs (black and white and color) as well as site plans and drawings prior to relocation and provide a copy of the information to the Wake Forest Development Services Department and the State Historic Preservation Office. 3. Submit a COA for post-removal site development for the proposed use of the property after the building is removed to the Wake Forest Historic Preservation Commission before or simultaneously with the COA for relocation. Both site plans are required to be approved prior to moving the building. Refer to the standards for Site and Setting for additional information. 4. It is appropriate to select a site with similar qualities as the original location, including setting, setback, lot orientation, rhythm with neighboring properties, geographical location, and historical association. 5. It is appropriate to protect significant features of both sites before, during, and after the move, including other buildings and structures, man-made features, archaeological sites, mature trees and plantings, topography, and other natural features.
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