§ 2-193. Surveys and research.

The Kirksville Historic Preservation Commission shall undertake an ongoing survey and research effort in the City of Kirksville to identify neighborhoods, areas, sites, structures, and objects that have historic, cultural, archaeological, architectural, or aesthetic importance, interest, or value, and shall maintain an inventory of that information. As part of the survey, the Kirksville Historic Preservation Commission shall review and evaluate any prior surveys and studies by any unit of government or private organization and compile appropriate descriptions, facts, and photographs. The Kirksville Historic Preservation Commission shall systematically identify potential landmarks and historic districts and encourage property owners to nominate them based upon the following criteria:

(1)

The potential landmarks and historic districts in one (1) identifiable neighborhood or distinct geographical area of the City of Kirksville;

(2)

The potential landmarks and historic districts associated with a particular person, event, or historical period;

(3)

The potential landmarks and historic districts of a particular architectural style or school, or of a particular architect, engineer, builder, designer, or craftsman;

(4)

The potential landmarks and historic districts containing historic and prehistoric archaeological resources with the potential to contribute to the understanding of historic and prehistoric cultures;

(5)

Such other criteria as may be adopted by the Kirksville Historic Preservation Commission to assure a systematic survey and possible nomination of all potential landmarks and historic districts within the City of Kirksville.

(Ord. No. 11857, § III, 2-23-2009)