A Historic Compatible Addition is a new extension or construction added to a historic building that is designed to harmonize with the original structure’s architectural style, scale, materials, and character, while preserving its historic integrity and significance.
Architectural Harmony:
Matches or complements the original building’s design, materials, scale, and proportions.
Preservation of Character:
Protects important historic features without altering or damaging them.
Clearly Distinguishable:
The addition is compatible but still recognizable as new (not a false replica).
Reversible Design:
Ideally, the addition can be removed in the future without harming the original structure.
