Chapter 17.48
AESTHETIC, HISTORIC AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES
Sections:
17.48.020 Development in areas of aesthetic resources.
17.48.030 Development on historic or archaeological sites.
17.48.010 Purpose.
The aesthetic, historical, and archaeological resources of the city make it a desirable place to live and visit. The purpose of this chapter is to protect the public welfare through recognition of the social and economic benefits that the public enjoys in these resources and through protecting the resources for future generations. (Ord. 2000-11 § 8; Ord. 84-2 § 3.113(1))
17.48.020 Development in areas of aesthetic resources.
A. Application. This chapter applies to all areas identified on the city comprehensive plan as “significant aesthetic resources.”
B. Development in areas of significant aesthetic resources must not reduce the scenic character of the area.
C. Development in areas of significant aesthetic resources must not substantially alter the natural vegetative cover. (Ord. 2000-11 § 8; Ord. 84-2 § 3.113(2))
17.48.030 Development on historic or archaeological sites.
A. Application. This subsection applies to all areas identified in the city comprehensive plan as historic or archaeological sites.
B. Development on identified archeological sites must be conducted in accordance with ORS 97.740 and 390.235.
C. Development on historic sites, as identified in the comprehensive plan inventory, shall not diminish the value of such sites as historic resources.
D. Alterations to identified historic structures shall be conducted in such a manner so as to maintain the historic value of the structures.
E. The demolition and the extensive alteration of the exterior facade of a structure identified as historical under state statutes shall not occur without a public hearing to encourage the protection of the structure. No demolition or alteration shall occur until 120 days after the conclusion of the hearing. During the 120-day period, the city shall, through public and private efforts, seek to save the structure. At the termination of the 120-day period, if the public or private efforts are not successful in saving the structure, demolition and alteration can occur without further notice. (Ord. 2004-05 § 5; Ord. 2000-11 § 8; Ord. 84-2 § 3.113(3))