The Architectural Review Board (ARB) reviews all exterior alterations, new construction, and some demolition in the city’s local historic districts for issuance of Certificates of Appropriateness (COA’s). For all other design applications, the ARB recommends to the Planning Commission.
The decisions that take place within locally designated historic districts are based generally on the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and New Construction; and specifically on the Local Design Guidelines. In addition, the ARB reviews public projects and private projects that are on land purchased form the city or encroaching onto city property.
Unless otherwise noted, all meetings will be held in the Conference Room on the 10th floor of City Hall at 4 p.m. See the agenda for details: View All Agendas
Architectural Review Board ApplicationsAll applications listed below use the following fee schedule and filing deadlines:
The review period for applications is typically 2 to 6 weeks.
- Application for General Certificate of Appropriateness
- Use this application for general rehabilitation and replacement projects. These types of projects include the following project types:
- Awnings, Canopies, & Outdoor Dining
- Landscaping, Fences, Exterior Lighting
- Porches, Decks, Stoops, Exterior Stairs
- Roofing, Exterior Walls, & Chimneys
- Window & Door Replacement
- Mechanical Equipment
- Use this application for general rehabilitation and replacement projects. These types of projects include the following project types:
If your project requires design review or a development certificate, please also complete the Development Certificate application.
COA Process
