For the purposes of this chapter, unless the
context or subject matter otherwise requires, the terms used herein
are defined as follows:
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.
The quality of a building or structure based on its date
of erection; its style and the scarcity of the same; the quality of
its design and scale; its fenestration and trim; the manner and materials
of its construction and alteration; its present condition and appearance;
or other characteristics that embody the distinctive characteristics
of a type, period or method of construction or that represent a significant
and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction
but which collectively contribute to the ambience of the Village.
Such structures include, but are not limited to, styles such as Greek
Revival, Victorian, Italianate, Queen Anne, Second Empire and Carpenter
Gothic, and structures created from blueprints, plans or kits supplied
by companies such as Sears Roebuck and Montgomery Ward.
A structure wholly or partially enclosed within exterior
walls, or within exterior and party walls, and a roof affording shelter
to persons, animals or property.
The Building Inspector of the Village of Sea Cliff.
The Landmarks Preservation Commission created by this chapter.
The demolition, removal, or relocation of all or any portion
of building or structure.
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 or 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.
The quality of a building or structure based on its importance
to the neighborhood, its identification with historic persons or events
or its role in the development, heritage, or social or cultural development
of characteristics of the Village.
Any area which contains places, sites, structures or buildings
which have a special character and ambience of historical, architectural
or aesthetic interest and/or which represent one or more periods or
styles of architecture of an era of history and which cause such area
to constitute a distinct section of the Village.
Any place, site, structure or building of architectural significance,
historical significance 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, county, state
or nation.
A map to be prepared and maintained by the Landmarks Preservation
Commission identifying the location of all places, structures, or
buildings designated landmarks, landmark sites and historic districts
in the Village.
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.
A map to be prepared and maintained by the Landmarks Preservation
Commission identifying the location of all places, structures, or
buildings which the Landmarks Preservation Commission determines should
be designated landmarks, landmark sites and historic districts in
the Village
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, county, state or nation that is being considered for
landmark designation.
Any assembly of materials forming a construction framed of
component materials intended for occupancy or use, including buildings,
whether or not it is being actually used or occupied.
A style recognized by one of the following organizations:
The National Register of Historic Places.
Historic American Buildings Survey.
Historic American Engineering Record, U.S. Department
of the Interior, National Park Service.
Division for Historic Preservation, New York
State Office of Parks and Recreation.
Nassau County Museum.
National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Society of Architectural Historians.
