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HISTORIC PRESERVATION ORDINANCE [6-15] 10.1 PURPOSE AND ESTABLISHMENT The purpose of this Ordinance is to provide a framework within which the residents of the Town of Wiscasset can protect the historic, architectural and cultural heritage of significant areas, buildings, structures, landmarks and sites in the Town while accepting compatible new construction. The heritage and economic well-being of the Town will be strengthened by preserving its architectural and historic setting, conserving property values in unique areas, fostering civic beauty, and promoting the use of historic or architecturally significant buildings for the education and welfare of the citizens of the Town of Wiscasset. The intent of this Ordinance is to assist property owners in maintaining the architectural integrity of historic resources within the Town. Once destroyed, these historic resources cannot be replaced. To prevent such losses, the intent of this Ordinance is to: 10.1.2 Protect, preserve and enhance the outward appearance and architectural features of structures within designated districts or designated sites or landmarks. 10.1.2 Prevent, without prior review, the demolition or removal of significant historic buildings or structures within designated districts or designated sites or landmarks and other significant design elements. 10.1.3 Preserve, protect and enhance the essential character of designated districts by protecting relationships of groups of buildings or structures. 10.1.4 Accept new buildings and structures in designated districts that do not displace historic structures or sites, and that are designed and built in a manner which is compatible with the character of the district. 10.1.5 Promote the educational, cultural, economic and general welfare of the people of the Town of Wiscasset. 10.2 DEFINITIONS 10.2.1 Terms Defined. As used in Ordinance, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated: ABUTTER: The owner of a property sharing a common boundary with another property or within 100 feet of a given piece of property, whether or not these properties are separated by a public or private way. Owners shall be considered to be persons listed by the Tax Assessor of Wiscasset and/or the ones against whom taxes are assessed.
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