Sec. 10. (a) The policy established by the department under section 6 of this chapter must give primary consideration to the restoration or reuse, or both, of existing structures within a downtown area.

     (b) When using existing structures, reasonable efforts shall be made to:

(1) restore or rebuild the structure’s facade, maintaining the architectural integrity of the building and streetscape according to the standards for rehabilitation under 36 CFR 68; and

(2) ensure that the structure meets the federal Americans with Disabilities Act requirements in an aesthetically pleasing manner.

As added by P.L.252-1999, SEC.1.