- The purpose of this section is to prevent the gradual deterioration of historic resources due to a failure to provide normal and customary maintenance such that the unique attributes and character of the resource or historic district might be lost due to decay, deterioration or structural defects.
- The exterior features of any building or structure (including walls, fences, light fixtures, steps, pavement, paths, or any other appurtenant feature), or any type of outdoor advertising sign either designated as a Historic Landmark or found to be a contributing resource to the Historic Overlay District shall be preserved by the property owner against decay and deterioration and kept free from structural defects. For purposes of this section, the term “property owner” shall include such other person who may have interest, legal possession, custody, and/or control of the property
- Only Historic Landmarks and contributing resources to Historic Overlay Districts shall be governed by this section.
- Only the Raleigh Historic Development Commission may file a petition alleging Demolition by Neglect to a contributing Historic Resource.
- Petitions alleging Demolition by Neglect shall be filed and considered in accordance with the provisions of this Article.
- Nothing contained within this Article shall diminish the City's power to declare an unsafe building or a violation of the minimum housing code.