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The following factors shall be considered in determining whether or not to permit the demolition, razing or moving, in whole or in part, of a contributing structure: (1)The historic, architectural or cultural significance, if any, of the speci fic building or structure, including, without limitation:a.The age of the building or structure;b.Whether it has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places, or listed on the Virginia Landmarks Register;c.Whether, and to what extent, the building or structure is associated with an historic person, architect or master craftsman, or with an historic event;d.Whether the building or structure, or any of its features, represent an infrequent or the first or last remaining example within the cit y of a particular architectural style or feature;e.The degree to which distinguishing characteristics, qualities, features or materials remain;(2)Whether, and to what extent, a contributing structure is linked, historically or aesthetically, to other buildings or structures within the conservation district, and whether the proposed demolition would affect adversely or positively the historic or aesthetic character of the district;(3)The overall condition and structural integrity of the building or struc ture, as indicated by studies prepared by a qualified professional engineer and provided by the applicant, or other information provided to the BAR ;(4)Whether, and to what extent, the applicant proposes to preserve portions, features or materials that are significant to the property's historic, architectural or cultural value; and (5)Any applicable provisions of the city's conservation district design guidelines.Sec. 34 -344. Validity of certificates of appropriateness. The same requirements and proced ures specified in An approved certificate of appropriateness shall be and remain valid for the same time period(s) and under the same circumstances as set forth within section 34-280 . shall apply. Sec. 34 -345. Application procedures. (a)Applications shall be submitted to the director by a property owner, contract purchaser, or lessee of the property, or by the authorized agent of any such person.Each application shall be accompanied by the required application fee, as set forth within the most recent zoning fee schedule approved by city council.A landowner who proposes to initiate any action(s) refer enced in sec. 34 -340 shall contact the NDS Director and shall submit information sufficient to allow the