§ 17.40.020. Permits
A permit is required for alteration or demolition of any historic structure.
A. Alteration as governed by this chapter means any addition to, removal of, or change in the exterior of a structure and shall include modification of the surface texture, material, or architectural detail of the exterior part of the structure but shall not include paint color.
B. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prevent the ordinary maintenance or repair of any exterior architectural feature on any property covered by this chapter that does not involve a change in design, material or external appearance thereof. Nor does this chapter prevent the construction, reconstruction, alteration, restoration, demolition, or removal of any such feature when the building official determines that such emergency action is required for the public safety due to an unsafe or dangerous condition. Prior to such emergency action, notification shall be provided to the planning commission.
C. A permit is not required under this chapter for alteration of a structure when review of the proposed alteration is required by an agency of the state or federal government.
(Ord. 273 § 4.020, 1998)