The following criteria shall be utilized by the Board in determining the designation
of historic
districts:
a. The proposed historic district contains
two or more contiguous properties along with such
other buildings, places or areas within its definable geographic boundaries which, while not of
such historic significance to be designated as landmarks, nevertheless contribute to the overall
visual characteristics of the landmark or landmarks located in such district;
b. A significant concentration of structures
meeting any of the criteria for landmark
designation;
c. The proposed district establishes
a sense of time and place unique to the Village of
Downers Grove, and/or;
d. The proposed district exemplifies
or reflects the cultural, social, economic, political or
architectural history of the nation, the state, or the community;
e. An area nominated for designation
as an historic district shall be identifiable by clear and
distinct boundaries.
