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165.11 ADMINISTRATIVE CODE 70J New buildings in the Landmarks District should be designed to be compatible with other structures in the Landmarks District while still reflecting work of contemporary times. To be compatible, a new building should incorporate some of the existing architectural design characteristics of the Landmarks District. Proximity of existing buildings to the new building will affect the latitude in design constraints. An infill design should be more consistent with adjoining buildings than a freestanding structure. (3) Demolition. With respect to demolition, it is the Commission's interest that buildings within the Landmarks District be preserved and renovated for economically productive uses. Consistent with this, the Commission also realizes the Landmarks District is not a static environment, but an ever changing and developing entity. Applications for demolition will be reviewed based on the overall impact the demolition will have on the Landmarks District and the community. The Commission encourages the saving and adaptive re -use of buildings significant to the character of the District and history of the City. Demolition of any building or structure which would detract from the Landmarks District or result in a loss of historically significant qualities will be strongly discouraged. In reviewing an application, the Commission will also look at the proposed new use of the site and how the new use will impact the Landmarks District. Demolition of existing buildings which are not a significant loss to the Landmarks District to allow for the construction of new buildings which enhance the Landmarks District is acceptable and may be encouraged by the Commission. (b) New Construction Guidelines. The purpose of this section is to define additional architectural principles and elements which the Commission will use to review the design of new construction within a Landmarks District. (1) Additions. The proposed addition must fulfill the following requirements to be acceptable: A. Additions should be designed to preserve significant historic materials and features and minimize the damage or loss of significant materials and craftsmanship such as, but not limited to, pressed brick, decorative marble, stone, terra-cotta, or architectural metal. B. Alterations to primary elevations and features which distinguish the building should be avoided. These features include, but are not limited to, window patterns, shutters, porticos, entrances, doorways, roof shapes, cornices, decorative moldings, or glazing. C. Additions should preserve the historic character and be compatible in size, scale, form, color, material and character so not to visually overpower or distract from the original building. July 2018 Replacement