Sec. 54-91Approach taken by the HPC in reviewing a certificate of appropriateness application
Plain English: what this chapter covers
This chapter creates the Ashburn Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) and the Ashburn Local Historic District. If your property is a designated historic property or sits in the district, you need a 'certificate of appropriateness' from the HPC before making exterior changes, demolishing or moving a building. Ordinary repairs, interior work and paint colors don't need one.
In making a decision on an application, the HPC shall be aware of the importance of finding a way to meet the current needs of the applicant. The HPC shall also recognize the importance of approving plans that will be reasonable for the applicant to implement that decision.
History: (Ord. No. 07-08, § V(K), 6-7-2007)
This is a plain-English guide, not legal advice. The official code is on Municode and at City Hall. Our copy is from April 30, 2026.
Online: https://jamesburgessleads.com/city-code/PTIICOOR_CH54HIPR_ARTIVCEAPARREHP_S54-91APTAHPRECEAPAP
Official version: https://library.municode.com/GA/Ashburn/codes/Code_of_Ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH54HIPR_ARTIVCEAPARREHP_S54-91APTAHPRECEAPAP
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