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.