4 . To review and after public hearing thereon either approve or deny requests for Certificates of Appropriateness and Certificates of Demolition for buildings , structures and sites located in the Landmark Preservation Overlay " LP " Zoning District .
5 . To issue an annual report to the City Council concerning the status of landmark and historic preservation efforts in the City and any issues related thereto . The Landmark Commission ' s failure to issue such recommendations or report in a timely fashion as required by these rules of procedure shall not preclude the City Council from taking action the Council deems appropriate .
6 . To formulate plans and programs for public and private action for encouraging and promoting the preservation of landmarks within the City of Arlington .
7 . To research and recommend sources of funds for preservation and restoration activities and acquisitions , including federal , state , private , and foundation sources .
8 . To provide information and counseling to owners of landmarks .
9 . To recommend changes in use where conditions exist under which the required preservation of a historic landmark would cause undue hardship to the property owner .
10 . To recommend , when appropriate , the amendment to or removal of a Landmark Preservation (" LP ") zoning designation .
11 . To undertake such other activities as are necessary to further the interests of historic preservation within the City which do not conflict with the interest or laws of the City or State of Texas .
12 . To issue a temporary stay on demolition permits after proper notice and a public hearing thereon for buildings , structures and sites that are fifty ( 50 ) years old or older that are not located in the Landmark Preservation Overlay " LP " Zoning District , and which have historical significance . Such temporary stays shall be issued in accordance with the provisions of Section 4.16 of the Construction Chapter of the City of Arlington Code .
13 . Actions taken or recommendations made by the Landmark Commission that are subject to review by the Planning and Zoning Commission or the City Council are not binding on those bodies , and the reviewing body may decide a matter contrary to recommendations or actions of the Landmark Commission .
B . Membership , Appointment and Term of Office .
1 . Membership . The Landmark Preservation Commission shall be composed of nine ( 9 ) members , all of whom shall be residents of the City of Arlington , Texas , and shall be selected for their outstanding and unselfish interest in civic affairs . All members shall serve without pay and until their successor is duly appointed and qualified . Membership shall be apportioned according to the following fields of expertise or specialized knowledge :
a . Two members shall represent any combination of the following fields or professions :