Clarkdale City Zoning Code

1. The provisions of the entirety of this chapter apply to properties within the Clarkdale Historic Preservation District identified in the map of the Clarkdale Historic Preservation District at the option of the property owner. If the owner opts to apply the standards of this chapter, all applicable standards in the section shall be applied. If a property desires to participate, an opt-in form must be signed by the property owner and submitted to the Town prior to issuance of any building permits under this chapter.

2. Those property owners that do not opt in are subject to the development standards for the underlying zoning classification.

3. Historic properties electing to adhere to the requirements of the historic preservation ordinance (HPO) shall inure to the following benefits:

1. Establishment of a Relationship to Adjoining Spaces. For new construction, one (1) and two (2) story buildings are encouraged.

2. A connection to existing sidewalks or an extension of the sidewalk system.

3. Continuity of streetscape along Main Street.

4. The main entrance shall be from a public sidewalk.

5. The front yard setback shall be reduced to zero if the main building abuts a public sidewalk.

1. To the extent possible, incorporation of design features such as parapet walls, cornices, friezes, dentil trim, metal canopies, canvas awnings, clerestory windows, transom windows, storefront display windows, recessed doorways and bulkheads should be utilized. New construction or additions should be compatible with, yet distinguishable from, existing buildings in the district.

2. Whenever possible, preservation of these features is required for rehabilitation or repair of existing structures.

3. Masonry may be structural or veneer. Brick facades and/or partial brick inlays are encouraged.

4. Painting of brick is discouraged, unless replicating historic signage or installation of murals.

5. Stucco, wood, metal and other materials may be used as an accent.

1. Varied roof lines and parapet walls are required for new construction.

2. Preservation and restoration of existing parapet walls are required.

3. Metal roofing is acceptable.

4. Rooftop mechanical equipment shall be screened from public view. For corner lots, equipment shall be screened from both front and side elevation.

1. Large storefront display windows may be recommended.

2. Wood is recommended for doors, trim and accenting the doorway and entry.

3. Windows shall be glass and shall be vertical in orientation and may be single, double hung, or fixed.

4. Steel may be used for doors and window frames if painted to match or anodized and compatible with the building.

5. Rounded arches are encouraged when feasible in new construction and preserved or restored in existing structures.

6. The use of wood for doors is strongly encouraged.

7. The use of canopies and awnings is allowed.

1. The purpose of this section is to provide instruction for site features to enhance new construction and maintain continuity within the district. These features include but are not limited to walkways, benches, street lighting, paving materials, walls, stairs and landscaping. These features must be appropriate to the scale and character of the Historic Preservation District as follows:

2. All other development and performance standards are as found in the underlying zoning district. (Renumbered by Ordinance #454 on 5/12/26; effective 6/11/26; Created by Ordinance #424 on 1/14/25; effective 2/13/25. Formerly 3-170-030)

1. When a building permit is sought from the Town to demolish, alter, remodel, move, build, renovate or otherwise develop or landscape property in the Clarkdale Historic Preservation District, issuance of the permit shall be deferred until after a certificate of appropriateness is obtained.

2. Permits with special circumstances that require a variance, including but not limited to the size, height, locations and number of signs, the location of off-street parking, required screening and landscaping, the height of fences and walls, and the number of required off-street parking and loading spaces, may be recommended for approval through the certificate of appropriateness process. Such variances shall meet the following findings of fact:

3. All other development and performance standards not found listed herein shall comply with the underlying zoning district.

4. Nothing in this article shall be construed to prevent ordinary maintenance, cleaning, or repair of any structure in the Historic Preservation District which does not alter or modify the historic character of the structure. (Renumbered by Ordinance #454 on 5/12/26; effective 6/11/26; Created by Ordinance #424 on 1/14/25; effective 2/13/25. Formerly 3-170-040)

1. Site plan. Shall include topography, vegetation, property lines, building, on-site circulation, and adjacent building footprints, streets, rights-of-way, curb cuts, driveways, sidewalks, signage, lighting, fences, and walls.

2. Exterior Elevations. Shall include doors, windows, architectural features, and elevation marks from finished grade to highest point of eaves, roof ridge, or parapet walls.

3. Rehabilitation, Remodel, or Restoration Plans. Shall include identification of features proposed for preservation and proposed for replacement.

4. Floor Plans. For reference only, to help understand the overall plan.

5. Materials and Colors. Shall depict proposed building facade, materials and colors.

6. Historic Photographs. Shall provide project context, elements and compatibility with adjacent properties.

7. Color Renderings. Provide finished project illustrations to show post-improvement compatibility with adjacent properties.

8. Landscape Plan. May be required; Chapter 9, Landscape Design Standards, will apply.

9. Other Requirements. Depending on scope of project and at the discretion of the Community Development Director:

1. The proposed work is clearly within the development standards.

2. Limited to work that does not significantly alter the character and appearance of the property.

3. Approval authorizes the issuance of permits required by the Building Official.

4. Approval of a minor COA also serves as design review approval.

5. The public will be notified of approval, approval with stipulations, or denial of application at the next regular meeting of the HPC after approval by the Historic Preservation Specialist.

6. If a minor COA is not issued, a major certificate of appropriateness (major COA) shall be required.

1. All proposed work shall not diminish, eliminate, or adversely affect the historic character of the subject property or its effect on the Clarkdale Historic Preservation District.

2. All work is subject to review and approval by the Building Official, Public Works Director, Town Engineer, and any other agency having jurisdiction over the project.

3. The major COA includes anything that constitutes substantial work, including but not limited to alteration, restoration, new construction, demolition, or other significant activities.

4. The major COA requires a public hearing before the Historic Preservation Commission. Notice shall be given in conformance with the notification process for public hearings before the Planning Commission.

5. The Historic Preservation Commission shall recommend approval of the application, approval with stipulations, or denial of the application. The Commission may also send the application back to the Historic Preservation Specialist for additional work.

6. The application shall then be forwarded to Town Council with a recommendation of approval, approval with stipulations, or denial.

1. Is compatible with the relevant historic, cultural, educational, or architectural qualities and characteristics of the property; and

2. Does not diminish or adversely impact the integrity of the Clarkdale Historic Preservation District;

3. Prior to forwarding the decision of the Historic Preservation Commission to the Town Council, the Historic Preservation Commission shall affirm whether the project conforms to the following findings of fact:

1. The redevelopment or reuse plan cannot be comprised of vacant land or propose no use to replace the demolished structure.

2. A redevelopment or reuse plan shall consist of a site plan illustrating the location of building, parking, walls, and landscaping, as well as building elevations that depict roof lines, doors, windows, and other architectural details.

3. A demolition approval may be conditioned on stipulations that provide for rights of access to the property for the purposes of documentation, including photo documentation, or for agreed upon removal of artifacts.