Indiana Administrative Code Title 925 - MERIDIAN STREET PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Here’s a refined overview of Title 925 – MERIDIAN STREET PRESERVATION COMMISSION:
📘 Structure & Scope
Title 925 consists of:
Article 1 – Preservation of Meridian Street Area, which is currently expired and no longer in effect. (law.cornell.edu)
Article 2 – General Provisions (Rule 2‑1 to 2‑6), which outlines how the Commission operates. (law.cornell.edu)
🛠️ Key Rules & Responsibilities
📜 Certificate of Appropriateness (925 IAC 2‑4‑1)
Required before constructing, reconstructing, altering, or demolishing any structure or feature on Meridian Street property.
Exemptions include routine maintenance, interior remodels, tree planting/removal, storm window installation, repainting, reroofing (matching materials), HVAC work not visible from the street, and other minor work. (law.cornell.edu)
⚖️ General Conduct of Business (925 IAC 2‑6‑1 to 2‑6‑4)
Officer selection & procedure: The Commission elects officers (e.g., Chair) and establishes parliamentary guidelines. (casetext.com)
Decorum & prohibited contact: Defines conduct rules, including prohibiting ex parte contacts on pending cases. (casetext.com)
Authority & investigations: The Chair enforces points of order, and Commission members in certain cases may conduct investigations.
🔍 Related Legal Context
Based on IC 36‑7‑11.2, which mandates a certificate before any permit for changes (e.g., demolition, reconstruction). The Commission reviews applications to ensure compatibility with the historical district. Appeals are available for permit decisions. (codes.findlaw.com)
✅ Summary
Article 1 is expired, so current rules are defined in Article 2.
Any exterior alteration or demolition on Meridian Street requires a Certificate of Appropriateness, unless specifically exempt.
The Commission adheres to established procedures of governance and ethical conduct, including officer selection and communication rules.
🧭 For More Info
To explore the full text of specific rules, visit the Casetext page for Title 925. (law.cornell.edu, casetext.com)
See IC 36‑7‑11.2 for statutory authority, certificate processes, membership appointments, and enforcement/appeal mechanisms.
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