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Pl annin g a Preservation Project

l o c a t i n g e x t e R i o R i m p R o v e m e n t s locating exteRioR

For most historic resources, the front wall is the most important to impRovements
preserve intact. Alterations are rarely appropriate. Many side walls
are also important to preserve where they are highly visible from Primary Façade
the street. By contrast, portions of a side wall that are not as visible
may be less sensitive to change. The rear wall is usually the least
important and alterations can occur more easily without causing
negative effects to the historic significance of the property. This A
concept of evaluating the different faces of a building to locate the
appropriate places for alterations is illustrated to the right.

Location A: Primary Façade
• Preservation and repair of feature in place is the priority. This Secondary Wall
is especially important at the street level and in locations
where the feature is highly visible.

Location B: Highly Visible Secondary Wall
• Preservation and repair in place is the priority. C B

Location C: Not Highly Visible Secondary Wall
• Preservation is still preferred. Rear Wall
• A compatible replacement or alteration is acceptable.
• More flexibility in treatment may be considered.

Location D: Not Highly Visible Rear Wall
• A compatible replacement or alteration may be acceptable D
when it is not visible to the public.
• More flexibility in treatment may be considered.

Site Plan

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