Barnesville, OH · Belmont County

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Application for a Certificate of Appropriateness (Historic District)

Owners or applicants use this application to propose work on historically designated properties or properties within historic districts in Barnesville.

What this form is

This application is for proposed work on historically designated properties or properties within historic districts. It asks for property and applicant details, project type, a description of the work, and information about affected structural elements. Applicants must include at least one color photo of the building, and the attachment checklist lists additional materials for painting, window or door work, and a new roof.

Who needs it

Owners or their applicants proposing work on a historically designated property or a property within a historic district use this application.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the owner and, if applicable, the applicant sign the certification.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download the Application

    Download the Certificate of Appropriateness application for Barnesville.

  2. 2

    Complete the Application

    Provide the property and applicant information, check the project types and affected elements, and describe the proposed work.

  3. 3

    Gather Required Attachments

    Include at least one color photo of the building and any project-specific materials listed in the attachment checklist.

  4. 4

    Sign and Submit

    The owner and, if applicable, the applicant sign and date the certification. Submit the form to the city department named on the form.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Certificate of Appropriateness application for?
It is for proposed work on historically designated properties or properties within historic districts, including construction, repairs, painting, relocation, landscaping, demolition, or excavation.
What attachments does the application require?
Every application must include at least one color photo of the building. The checklist also lists additional materials for painting, window or door work, and a new roof.
Do I need a notary for the Certificate of Appropriateness application?
No. The owner and, if applicable, the applicant sign and date the certification; the application does not call for a notary.
How do I submit the Certificate of Appropriateness application?
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Need something notarized?

This Application for a Certificate of Appropriateness (Historic District) doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Barnesville form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.