It should be the goal and responsibility of each project developer to present for review a complete and well-conceived set of documents that highlight and make visible the compatible character and architectural craftsmanship that will make their project worthy of praise and a good neighbor when built.
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The words "acceptable," "appropriate," "attractive," "compatible," complementary" and other such words where judgment is inferred, refer to the majority opinion of the Design Review Board exclusively.
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Where the word "Board" is used, it shall mean the Design Review Board unless otherwise indicated.
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To provide guidance to building and property owners in the renovation and development of their parcels, the term "historic" refers to buildings or plantings that pre-date 1940. A list of buildings considered historical by the R.I. Historical Preservation Commission is available at the Town Planner's office. Prospective builders and developers should consider their value in maintaining the character and context of the community.