Establishing an Historic Landmark Leeper Park

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patching, splicing, consolidating. or otherwise reinforcing using recognized preservation methods. . 3. Deteriorated or missing furnishings and objects materials, elements, features and details shall be repaced with materials that match the original in material, size, shape, color. profile. form, texture, configuration and detail of installation. 4. Alteration of existing or addition of new furnishings and objects will be considered if the alteration does not alter the basic concept of the historic landscape design. • 5. When replacement of furnishings and objects and their materials are necessary,it should be based on physical or documentary evidence. 6. If using the same material is not technically or economically feasible, then compatible substitute materials may be considered. 7. Existing memorials, statues, monuments and fountains shall be carefully preserved and restored where necessary, maintaining the integrity of the original material band 'design. This work shall be coordinated with the Boston Art Commission. 8. New furnishings and objects should be designed using vandal resistant standards. 9. Location of signs shall be guided by a master plan. 10. Signs shall conform to a simple sign system. 11. Existing non-conforming signs should be removed. (List any additional items such as:All new monuments and fountains shall be located on the central path.) _ 9.8 Structures (includes Walls, Terraces, Arbors, Gazebos, Follies, Playground Equipment, Picnic Shelters,Plazas, Greenhouse, Steps, Bridges, Dams, Buildings, etc.) Refer to Sections 9.11 B, C and D regarding treatment of materials and features; and Sections 9.2, 9.3,9.4, 9.5, 9.6,9.7, 9.9 and 9.10 for additional Standards and Criteria that may apply. 1. The general intent is to preserve the original or later contributing structures that enhance the historic landscape.