1309.01 STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

   The purposes of this chapter are:

   (a)    To preserve the City's distinctive character;

   (b)    To safeguard the architecture of the City's designated landmarks;

   (c)    To safeguard the heritage of the City by preserving those elements which reflect the City's cultural, social, economic, educational, political or architectural heritage;

   (d)    To prevent demolitions or incompatible alterations to designated landmarks or within historic districts;

   (e)    To foster economic vitality by publicly encouraging private investment in the City's older buildings and historic neighborhoods;

   (f)    To foster civic pride in the beauty and notable accomplishments of the past; and

   (g)    To act as liaison on behalf of the City to individuals and groups concerned with historic preservation. (Ord. 62-13. Passed 11-6-13.)