Land Use
In Practice
Design review applies to a wide range of exterior work including window and door replacements, siding and cladding changes, additions, demolition, solar panel installations, and mechanical equipment placement. Projects clearly compatible with the district's character may receive expedited administrative approval; more complex or potentially incompatible proposals typically require a public hearing before the preservation commission. A Certificate of Appropriateness from the commission must be obtained before a building permit can be issued for the work.
Source: Historic District Rules: What You Can and Can't Change · Verified April 5, 2026