(A) Cultural resource protection on the state and local level is growing across the country. During the 1980s many states passed legislation that mandated that preservation be integrated into local and state planning efforts. An estimated 2,000 communities across the country have chosen to implement historic preservation plans and design guidelines that preserve and protect the historic integrity of their communities. The reasons for establishing design guidelines are both aesthetic and economic. The preservation of historic resources helps to enhance a community’s sense of character and identity. An active preservation policy maintains and promotes property values and encourages heritage tourism. Preservation is also increasingly seen as a revitalization tool for communities.
(B) Glasgow has experienced continuous growth since the mid-1800s. The architectural character of this Renaissance Kentucky Area is diverse with a cluster of 20th century commercial buildings in the downtown area surrounding the county courthouse core and a wide variety of architectural styles appearing in residential and commercial areas that radiate outward from the central core.
(Ord. 2496, passed 7-26-2004; Am. Ord. 2018-2916, passed 4-9-2018)