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:
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The National Register of Historic Places
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Historic American Buildings Survey
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Historic American Engineering Record
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United States Department of the Interior
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National Park Service
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Division for Historic Preservation
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New York State Office of Parks and Recreation
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Nassau County Museum
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National Trust for Historic Preservation
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Society of Architectural Historians
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