FAQ for Architectural Preservation and Review Board (APRB)
1. I have obtained APRB approval for my project, but I want to modify my plans. Do I need to reapply?
Yes, because changes to approved projects require prior APRB approval before they can be incorporated into your project.
Yes, because changes to approved projects require prior APRB approval before they can be incorporated into your project.
2. The windows on the upper floor of our house need to be replaced, and a vinyl-clad window would not be seen as different from the street. Do I need APRB approval?
Yes, because the replacement windows will be a different material from the original ones. The Village ordinace establishes what comes before the APRB as being any change on a visible side of the structure as seen from the public street or waterway. In other words, the APRB determines the appropriateness of any alterations to a visible side of a structure not whether the change can be seen as different.
Yes, because the replacement windows will be a different material from the original ones. The Village ordinace establishes what comes before the APRB as being any change on a visible side of the structure as seen from the public street or waterway. In other words, the APRB determines the appropriateness of any alterations to a visible side of a structure not whether the change can be seen as different.
3. What are some of the things the APRB might look at in its review?
It is the duty of the APRB to exercise aesthetic judgment and maintain the desirable character of the Village. The APRB looks at proposed changes and construction to see if they are in harmony with the existing buildings, in keeping with their era and surroundings insofar as style, material, line and detail. Decisions are made upon both precedent and the criteria outlined in the Village ordinance.
It is the duty of the APRB to exercise aesthetic judgment and maintain the desirable character of the Village. The APRB looks at proposed changes and construction to see if they are in harmony with the existing buildings, in keeping with their era and surroundings insofar as style, material, line and detail. Decisions are made upon both precedent and the criteria outlined in the Village ordinance.
4. When was the APRB established?
The Architectural Preservation and Review Board held its first meeting on May 29, 1980. Prior to this time, there was a Preservations Advisory Board, created in the 1970's.
The Architectural Preservation and Review Board held its first meeting on May 29, 1980. Prior to this time, there was a Preservations Advisory Board, created in the 1970's.
5. I want to replace windows that are beyond repair with identical wood windows. Do I need prior APRB approval?
Yes, because our preservation code states that significant architectural features be repaired rather than replaced if possible. In pre-WWII homes, and some post-WWII homes, windows are considered a significant character-defining element that is an example of original materials and craftsmanship. The preservation of these elements is important when protecting the historic integrity of your older home.
Yes, because our preservation code states that significant architectural features be repaired rather than replaced if possible. In pre-WWII homes, and some post-WWII homes, windows are considered a significant character-defining element that is an example of original materials and craftsmanship. The preservation of these elements is important when protecting the historic integrity of your older home.