Any person, group of persons, or association, or the commission may apply to the city council for the designation of a landmark or historic district. Applications for a nomination shall be filed with the city clerk. Persons wishing guidance or advice prior to completing an application may contact the city clerk. At a minimum, the application shall include the following:

    A.    For a landmark:

    1.    The name and address of the property owner;

    2.    The legal description and common street address of the property;

    3.    A written statement describing the property and setting forth reasons in support of the proposed designation;

    4.    Documentation that the property owner has been notified or consents to the application for designation;

    5.    A list of significant exterior architectural features that should be protected;

    6.    An overall site plan and photographs of the landmark. The plan shall also include a front, side and rear elevation drawing.

    B.    For an historic district:

    1.    The names and addresses of the property owners;

    2.    A map delineating the boundaries of the area to be designated;

    3.    A written statement describing the area and properties within the proposed historic district, and setting forth reasons in support of the proposed designation;

    4.    A list and photographs of significant exterior architectural features of all properties in the district that should be protected. (Ord. 777 § 1 (part), 1989: prior code § 41-5-1)