Rutherfordton, NC · Rutherford County
Certificate of Appropriateness Application
Property owners or applicants use this application to seek approval for major work in Rutherfordton’s historic district.
What this form is
This application requests Historic Preservation Commission review of proposed exterior changes, new construction, demolition, or significant landscaping changes. An approved Certificate of Appropriateness is required before exterior changes can be made and before a zoning permit can be issued. The form asks for property and applicant contact details, project descriptions, and supporting materials such as drawings or photos when needed.
Who needs it
Property owners or their applicants seeking approval for major work covered by the Historic District Guidelines should file this application.
How to submit it
Submit the application and supporting materials to the Rutherfordton Historic Preservation Commission at 129 N. Main Street, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, or email [email protected]. The form says applications must arrive by the Friday before the scheduled meeting.
About notarization
This application is signed without a notary; the property owner and applicant sign the form, and no notarized or sworn attachment is mentioned.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Certificate of Appropriateness Application PDF.
- 2
Complete The Form
Enter the project location, property owner and applicant details, and a clear description of the proposed work.
- 3
Gather Supporting Materials
Attach plan or elevation drawings if necessary, and include photos of existing conditions if helpful.
- 4
Submit To The Commission
Send the application and supporting materials to the Historic Preservation Commission by the Friday before its scheduled meeting.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Certificate of Appropriateness Application?
- No. The form has signature lines for the property owner and applicant, but does not require notarization or mention a notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the Certificate of Appropriateness Application?
- Send the application and supporting materials to the Historic Preservation Commission at 129 N. Main Street, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, or email [email protected].
- What information and materials does the application ask for?
- It asks for the project location, owner and applicant contact details, signatures, and a written project description. Drawings, elevations, or photos may be included when needed.
- When must the application be received?
- The form says applications must be received by the Friday before the scheduled commission meeting. It states that incomplete applications will not be forwarded for review.