Criteria and procedures for designation of landmarks
The Historic Preservation Board may, with the consent of the property owner, after a public hearing, designate an individual property as a landmark if it possesses special character or historic or aesthetic interest or value as part of the cultural, political, economic, or social history of the locality, Town, state or nation, or if it is identified with historic persons or events, or if it embodies the distinguishing characteristics of an architectural style, or is the work of a designer whose work has significantly influenced an age, or, because of unique location or physical characteristics, represents an established and familiar visual feature of the neighborhood. In making its determination, the Board may also consider staff reports, public comments and other evidence obtained outside of the public hearing in addition to all evidence presented at the public hearing.
The Town Board, without the consent of the property owner, after public hearing, and after considering any recommendation from the Historic Preservation Board, may also designate an individual property as a landmark. In making its determination, the Board may also consider staff reports, public comments and other evidence obtained outside of the public hearing in addition to all evidence presented at the public hearing.