Renovation of a residential development in Martinsburg, West Virginia. Conceptual plans call for the renovation of a residential development.

The Consultant will be expected to create the City of Martinsburg Design Guidelines and Ordinance to include guidelines for the residential properties and the commercial properties within the Martinsburg Downtown Historic District. The City of Martinsburg, West Virginia, established in 1778 with a population of 18,988, is seeking proposals from qualified consultants to develop comprehensive residential and commercial design guidelines for the Martinsburg Downtown Historic District. The guidelines will aim to preserve the historic character of the district while accommodating modern needs, art, culture and promoting economic development. The purpose of this project is to provide clarity and predictability to applicants to allow "by-right" improvements to properties so long as design guidelines are met. The Downtown Martinsburg Historic District encompasses approximately 281 contributing buildings. It includes government and industrial buildings, several schools, firehouses, and churches, the two main commercial and professional areas along Queen and King Streets, and surrounding residential areas. The buildings reflect a number of popular 19th-century architectural styles including Gothic Revival, Italianate, and Queen Anne. The City of Martinsburg reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals at any time for any reason. Submission of, or receipt by the City of proposals confers no rights upon the firm nor obligates the City in any manner. The method of Contractor Selection has not been Determined at this time.