ORIGINAL and/or HISTORIC VS. NON-CONTRIBUTING FEATURES

Character-defining elements display the building’s history, architectural style, and craftsmanship and include

the overall shape of the building, distinctive features such as front doorways and windows, and decorative

details. These elements may be original to the structure or have been added later and have historic

significance in their own right. Retain original and historic character-defining elements when possible, or replacements in kind.

Recommended Guideline:

. Although the replacement of non-contributing features existing at the time this NLDH was established is

permitted, the property owner is encouraged to reverse earlier adverse alterations and restore original or

later historic building material, if possible.