Sec. 32-227

Other

• Minor actions exempted from review

  Such actions shall include the following and any similar actions which, in the opinion of the zoning administrator, will have no more effect on the character of the district than those listed: (1) Repainting the structure. (Original painting of masonry surfaces is not exempted from review.) (2) Replacement of missing or broken windowpanes, roofing slates, tiles, porch floor, posts, rails, shingles, window frames, or shutters where no substantial change in design or material is proposed. (3) Addition or deletion of storm doors or storm windows, window gardens, or similar appurtenances and portable air conditioners located in existing windows, doors, or other existing wall openings (if no building permit is required for such addition or deletion). (4) Landscaping involving minor grading, walks, low retaining walls, temporary fencing, fencing immediately surrounding trash receptacles or outdoor ventilation units, small fountains, outdoor showers, and ponds which will not substantially affect the character of the property and its surroundings. (5) Construction of off-street loading areas and off-street parking areas. (6) Creation of outside storage in a commercial or industrial district which does not require structural changes or major grading and is not visible from a public street or waterway. (7) Additions or deletions to an existing building which are not visible from a public street or sidewalk. Alleys in this context are not to be considered public places. (8) Covered by other zoning ordinance requirements as administrated by the zoning administrator unless altered by the overlay ordinance. (9) Receiving historic preservation tax credits through state or federal offices. (10) Demolition of non-contributing buildings or structures. (11) Alterations or repairs made to a building or structure for the purpose of temporary emergency stabilization.