ZDO 1004: Historic Protection

1004.01 Purpose

To preserve structures, sites, objects, and areas within Clackamas County having historic, cultural, or archaeological significance.

1004.02 Standards

1. Refer to Section 707 for standards and provisions related to historic/cultural resource designation and County review of any proposed alteration.
2. All developments shall be planned, designed, constructed, and maintained to assure protection of any designated historic or cultural resource on or near the site.  Restrictions on development may include:
   1. Clustering of buildings and incorporation of historic-cultural resources into site design in a manner compatible with the character of such resources.
   2. Limitations on site preparation and grading to avoid disturbances of areas within any historic or archaeological sites, monuments or objects of antiquity.
   3. Provision of adequate setbacks and buffers between the proposed development and the designated resources.
3. The County may attach additional conditions with respect to the following design factors in protecting the unique character of historic/cultural resources:
   1. Architectural compatibility;
   2. Proposed intensity of development;
   3. Relationship to designated open space;
   4. Vehicular and pedestrian access;
   5. Proposed building or structural mass in relation to the designated resource.