As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
ALTERATION
Any act or process which changes one or more of the exterior
architectural features of a structure or building designated as a
"landmark."
BUILDING
A structure wholly or partially enclosed within exterior
walls or within exterior or party walls and a roof, affording shelter
to persons, animals or property.
EXTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES
The architectural style, design, general arrangement and
components of all of the outer surfaces of any building or structure,
including but not limited to the kind, color and texture of the building
material and the style of all windows, doors, lights, signs and other
fixtures appurtenant to said building or structure.
LANDMARK
Any place, structure or building of historical value or aesthetic
interest by reason of its antiquity or uniqueness of architectural
design or as part of the development, heritage or cultural characteristics
of the town, county, state or nation.
LANDMARK MAP
A map to be prepared and maintained by the Department of
Buildings, identifying the location of all landmarks and landmark
sites.
LANDMARK SITE
A parcel or part thereof on which is situated a landmark,
and any abutting parcel or part thereof, constituting part of the
premises on which the landmark is situated.
OWNER
Unless otherwise stated herein, the title holder in fee simple
absolute of the landmark site.
STRUCTURE
Any assembly of materials forming a construction framed of
component parts for occupancy or use, including buildings.
STYLES OF ARCHITECTURE
Styles recognized by one or more of the following organizations:
A.
The National Register of Historic Places.
B.
Historic American Buildings Survey.
C.
Historic American Engineering Records.
D.
United States Department of the Interior.
F.
Division for Historical Preservation.
G.
New York State Office of Parks and Recreation.
I.
National Trust for Historic Preservation.
J.
Society of Architectural Historians.
TOWN
The geographical area of the Town of Hempstead, exclusive
of those areas bounded by incorporated villages.
WORKDAY
A weekday, but shall not include Saturday, Sunday or a duly
recognized legal holiday in the State of New York.
At least five members of the Commission, of which one shall
be the Chairman or Vice Chairman, shall constitute a quorum for the
transaction of its business, and the concurring vote of four members
of the Commission shall be necessary for the adoption of any recommendations,
motions or other acts of the Commission.
Whenever a site designated as a landmark is destroyed or its
exterior is altered to such an extent that it ceases to have architectural
significance, the Town Board may direct, by resolution, that it be
removed from the Landmarks Map. Prior to taking such action, however,
the owner shall be given written notice of such proposed action and
an opportunity to be heard thereon before the Town Board.