• New development shall have entrances oriented to the street

• The avoidance of backlit, fluorescent signs will enhance the heritage characteristics of Sandwich.

• These signs are not consistent with the age, style, and character of the Sandwich Heritage Conservation District. Sign options include painted, stained, or carved wood or materials with similar appearance with lettering styles that reflect the traditional, historic character of the community. Appropriate types of sign illumination are shielded, incandescent lighting at the top or side of signs,

8.12 BUILDING SIGNAGE

• Wall-mounted signs should not exceed the height of the building cornice;

• Signage materials should be complementary or compatible with those of the building. Painted wood and metal are particularly encouraged because of their historic use as signage materials;

• Ideally, sign designs will be based upon a design that is contemporary with the building itself;

• The use of internally It, neon or plastic signage is strongly discouraged;

• Spotlighting that enhances the visibility of the sign, as well as the architectural character of the building is encouraged;

• Sandwich-board style signs that are put out onto the sidewalks during the day and removed after hours should also be complementary to the building itself. Signs should not be of a size that impedes pedestrian traffic or visual sightlines along the street.

9.0 CONSERVATION GUIDELINES

9.1 CYCLES OF RESTORATION ACTIVITY Reconstruction

Some elements or even whole buildings may need reconstruction because of severe damage from weathering or fire. We can continue to preserve our heritage by reconstructing it. However, certain rules apply regarding the care of reproduction and the ability to distinguish new from old so that the process is kept honest. But the tradition continues with revitalized physical form Design guidelines provided earlier in Section 5 of this report provide direction if and when reconstruction is necessary.

9.2 CONSERVATION GUIDELINES

The goal of heritage conservation is to preserve as much of the community fabric, both built and natural, as possible from the time of its development... Conservation guidelines for maintaining and restoring these elements, as well as other building components are provided in this report, and should be taken into consideration by both property owners and approval authorities when work on buildings is being contemplated.

9.3.3 Chimneys & Parapet Walls

- Much traditional brickwork displayed textures and bonding patterns and mixtures of brick colors and stains that are currently unfamiliar to the trade. Again, take advantage of current technology to improve the longevity of the FInished work. If the brick or stone is