Look up and down Main Street, and you'll see a diversity of architectural styles. The village has undergone lots of changes through the years, and it would be impossible for us to select one era that we think we should try to recreate. Instead, we recommend preserving and enhancing what is good about our village, and trying to focus on what is compatible with the overall effect of the village. Picture our village as a large outdoor room, and you can get the gist of what we're trying to achieve. Within our diversity, there are common design principles that unite us. Look back on old photos of the town, and you can see the unity that existed. Buildings have changed over the years, and while we cannot turn back the clock, we can try to keep our buildings compatible with their neighbors. And, we want to be sure to consider the whole of the property, not just the street-facing front, but the sides, rear, and upper levels, as well. Balconies, covered porches, awnings, and railings are all details to be considered for preservation and compatibility.
In summary:
» Preserve what is good
» Think compatibility with historic character
» Consider entire property - front, sides, rear, and upper levels | 
