It is the intent of this Chapter to promote and protect the health, safety and general welfare of the public as a matter of public policy through:
(a) Fostering civic pride.
(b) The enhancement of property values, the protection of the property rights of all citizens, and the stabilization and improvement of neighborhoods and areas of the City of Coshocton.
(c) The increase of economic and financial benefits to the City of Coshocton and its inhabitants, and the promotion of tourist trade and interest.
(d) The protection, enhancement and used of structures, sites and areas that are reminders of the past eras, events, and persons important in local, state, or national history.
(e) Affording the widest possible scope of continuing vitality through private renewal and architectural creativity, within appropriate controls and standards. It is intended to foster a climate in which the City's historic areas may continue to exist as living, changing commercial and residential areas, not static museums.
(f) Encouraging development of vacant and incompatibly developed properties in accordance with character of the area.
(g) Providing preservation information and advice to property owners and the general public.
(h) Maintaining and enhancing the distinctive character of historic buildings and areas.
(i) Safeguarding the heritage of the City of Coshocton by preserving districts which reflect elements of its history, architecture, archaeology, engineering or culture.
(Ord. 17-20. Passed 4-13-20.)