Ithaca, NY · Tompkins County
Application for Certificate of Appropriateness
This application is for property owners or applicants seeking a Certificate of Appropriateness for proposed construction, alterations, site changes, signage, or demolition in Ithaca.
What this form is
Use this application to request a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission for proposed work, including construction, alterations, site changes, signage, or demolition. It asks for applicant and property details, a building permit application number, and descriptions of the proposed changes and reasons for them. Applicants must include documentation relevant to the project and post public notice on the property.
Who needs it
Property owners or their representatives proposing work covered by this application need to complete it for review by the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission.
How to submit it
Send the application and attachments to Bryan McCracken at the Planning & Development Department, 108 E. Green St., 3rd Floor, Ithaca, NY 14850. Email electronic copies to [email protected]; the form specifies different hardcopy counts for staff-level and ILPC review.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; it lists no notarized or sworn attachment, so the applicant just signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Certificate of Appropriateness application for Ithaca.
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Complete The Form
Provide applicant, property, and building permit application details, then describe the proposed changes and reasons for them.
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Gather Attachments
Include applicable documentation of existing conditions and proposed changes, as listed on the application.
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Submit To The City
Send the application and attachments to the department address on the form and email electronic copies to [email protected].
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Certificate of Appropriateness application for?
- It requests Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission review of proposed work such as construction, alterations, site changes, signage, or demolition.
- Do I need a notary for the Certificate of Appropriateness application?
- No. This application is signed and dated without a notary, and it lists no notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the Certificate of Appropriateness application?
- Send the application and attachments to Bryan McCracken at the Planning & Development Department address on the form, and email electronic copies to [email protected].
- What attachments should I include?
- Include applicable project documentation, such as photos, site plans, drawings, materials details, samples, sign drawings, historic photographs, or a condition statement from a qualified professional.
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