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 designated as a landmark or any structure or building in an Historic District.
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 type and style of all windows, doors, lights, signs and other fixtures appurtenant to said building or structure.
HISTORIC DISTRICT
Any area which contains places, sites, structures or buildings which have a special character and ambiance or historical value or aesthetic interest and which represent one or more periods or styles of architecture of an era of history and which causes such area to constitute a distinct section of the Village.
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 Village, town, county, state or nation.
LANDMARK AND HISTORIC DISTRICT MAP
A map to be prepared and maintained by the Department of Buildings, identifying the location of all landmarks, landmark sites and Historic Districts.
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.
STRUCTURE
Any assembly of materials, forming a construction framed of component structural parts for occupancy or use, including buildings.
STYLES OF ARCHITECTURE
A style recognized by any one of the following organizations:
The National Register of Historic Places
Historic American Buildings Survey
Historic American Engineering Record
United States Department of the Interior
National Park Service
Division for Historic Preservation
New York State Office of Parks and Recreation
Nassau County Museum
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Society of Architectural Historians