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Additions to His toric residentiAl Buildin gs
a . a d d i t i o n s t o h i s t o R i c
R e s i d e n t i a l b u i l d i n g s
The guidelines that follow provide key considerations for the
preservation of existing additions of historic significance and the
An addition constructed in a
design of new additions to historic buildings.
manner compatible with the original
building and associated with the
period of significance may merit h i s t o R i c a d d i t i o n s
preservation in its own right. An addition constructed in a manner compatible with the original
building and associated with the period of significance may merit
preservation in its own right. In contrast, more recent additions that
detract from the character of the building should be considered for
removal.
5.1 Preserve an older addition that has achieved historic
significance in its own right.
a. For example, a porch or kitchen wing may have been
added to the original building early in its history. Such
an addition is usually similar in character to the original
building in terms of materials, finishes and design.
5.2 Preserve an existing secondary structure when
feasible.
a. Retain original materials and features when feasible.
5.3 Non-contributing additions and secondary structures
may be removed.
a. When removing an addition attached to the historic
structure, do not damage the existing historic fabric.
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