Who must file a Certificate of Appropriateness Application?

Owners of designated historic properties or properties in Montebello’s Historic and Scenic Overlay District must apply before making exterior changes.

What supporting documents does the application require?

The application lists color photos, a site plan, conceptual drawings, and details of materials, including color and texture samples.

How do I submit the Certificate of Appropriateness Application?

Submit the completed application and required documentation to the Village of Montebello HPPC at One Montebello Road, Montebello, New York 10901, at least two weeks before the next scheduled commission meeting.

Montebello, NY · Rockland County

No notary required

Certificate of Appropriateness Application

Montebello property owners use this application to seek approval for exterior changes to designated historic properties or properties in the Historic and Scenic Overlay District.

What this form is

The application asks the Historic Preservation and Parks Commission to review proposed exterior changes before work begins on a designated historic property or property in the Historic and Scenic Overlay District. Applicants describe the work and provide color photos, a site plan, conceptual drawings, and material details. A Certificate of Appropriateness is not a work permit; the approved certificate must accompany the related permit application to the Building Department.

Who needs it

Owners of designated historic properties or properties in the Historic and Scenic Overlay District must apply before making exterior changes.

How to submit it

Submit the completed application and required documentation to the Village of Montebello HPPC, One Montebello Road, Montebello, New York 10901. It must arrive at least two weeks before the next scheduled commission meeting.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the signer just signs and dates it.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Certificate of Appropriateness Application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Provide applicant and property details, describe the proposed work, and sign and date the application.
3
Gather Supporting Documents
Include color photos, a site plan, conceptual drawings, and details of materials with color and texture samples.
4
Submit To The HPPC
Send the application and required documentation to the Village of Montebello HPPC at least two weeks before its next scheduled meeting.

Frequently asked questions

Who must file a Certificate of Appropriateness Application?: Owners of designated historic properties or properties in Montebello’s Historic and Scenic Overlay District must apply before making exterior changes.
What supporting documents does the application require?: The application lists color photos, a site plan, conceptual drawings, and details of materials, including color and texture samples.
How do I submit the Certificate of Appropriateness Application?: Submit the completed application and required documentation to the Village of Montebello HPPC at One Montebello Road, Montebello, New York 10901, at least two weeks before the next scheduled commission meeting.
Do I need a notary for the Certificate of Appropriateness Application?: No. This application is signed and dated without a notary; the signer just signs and dates it.

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