The purposes of this chapter are to:
(A) Safeguard the heritage of the village by preserving one or more historic districts in the village that reflect elements of the village’s history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture;
(B) Stabilize and improve property values in each district and the surrounding areas;
(C) Foster civic beauty;
(D) Strengthen the local economy; and
(E) Promote the use of historic districts for the education, pleasure, and welfare of the citizens of the village.
(1984 Code, 6-04-030) (Ord. 76, passed 12-12-1978; Ord. 130, passed 11-9-1982; Ord. 143, passed 7-24-1984; Ord. 239, passed 9-7-1993)