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To save it from demolition, the I. Beverly Lake, Sr. House was moved from its original location in 2007. (Photos courtesy of Capital Area Preservation)
6. It is inappropriate to move a building that contributes to the historic character of the district. 7. It is inappropriate to move a building outside of the historic district. 8. It is appropriate to protect the building and its significant features before, during, and after the move. This can be achieved by working with a professional house moving contractor, and securing the building from weather, environmental hazards, and vandalism. Move the building as a single unit if possible. 9. It is appropriate to coordinate with the city, utility companies, and railroad early in the planning process when planning the route of the move. 10. It is appropriate to work closely with the Wake Forest Historic Preservation Commission and the Wake Forest Development Services Department during the project. Demolition of Historic Structures It is inappropriate to demolish landmark structures or buildings within Wake Forest’s historic districts. Each building contributes to the significance of the district, and every building that is lost, erodes the character and integrity of the district. In addition, vacant lots create voids in the cohesive streetscape that contributes to the character of Wake Forest’s historic districts and can be unsightly. When a building has been destroyed, it is gone, as is the opportunity of sharing its history with future generations. Demolition is never congruous with the historic character of the historic district or local landmark property. For these reasons, demolition should only be considered after all possible alternatives have been exhausted. If demolition must proceed, salvage of significant architectural elements is recommended. An application for a Certificate of Appropriateness authorizing demolition of a building or structure within the historic district may not be denied. However, the commission can delay demolition for a period of up to three hundred and sixty-five (365) days. In addition, special legislation has been enacted which subjects buildings and structures listed in the National Register either individually or contributing to a district, properties on the State Study List, and properties on the Town’s inventory list to the same COA review when demolition is proposed. The delay affords the commission and the property owner time to explore alternatives which may preserve the historic building or structure. If the building proposed for demolition is
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