A. Designated landmarks and sites of historic interest that are privately owned shall be considered qualified historic properties eligible for historical property contracts submitted or entered into, pursuant to State law, and upon resolution of the City Council.

B. The California State Historical Building Code shall be applied to alterations to designated landmarks and sites of historic interest as determined appropriate by the Building Official.

C. Any planning application fees other than fees related to this chapter shall be charged at 50 percent of the normal amount for designated landmarks and sites of historic interest.

D. A landmark or site of historic interest designation shall be considered a unique circumstance for purposes of considering a variance or other exception from the physical development standards of this title. (Ord. 1111, 2018)