In the case of an application to alter or add to a structure within the district, the application must be accompanied by legible photographs of all sides of the structure. In the case of applications for demolition of structures, the applicant shall submit legible photographs of all sides of the building under consideration and photographs showing contiguous properties. In the case of an application to construct a new building in the district, the application must be accompanied by legible photographs of the adjoining properties. Comm n, Art. Preservation is the first responsibility of the commission, and preservation is preferred to restoration.
Architectural integrity is preferable to synthetic style.
Change should be considered in relation to the remainder of the building and its neighboring structures. Change to authentic is desirable. In all new building plans, extreme care should be observed. Each new building should be worthy of the area and a pride to the neighborhood. Since all new construction aims to capitalize on the merits of the historic background of the district, it should also contribute its share of quality, character and desirability.