(A) The purpose of this chapter is:
(1) To protect, preserve and enhance the distinctive architectural and cultural heritage of the town;
(2) To promote the educational, cultural, economic and general welfare of the people of the town;
(3) To foster civic pride;
(4) To encourage harmonious, orderly and efficient growth and development of the town;
(5) To strengthen the local economy; and
(6) To improve property values.
(B) It is the hope of the town that by encouraging a general harmony of style, form, proportion and material between buildings of historic design and those of contemporary design, the town historic buildings and historic districts will continue to be a distinctive aspect of the town and will serve as visible reminders of the significant historical and cultural heritage of the town and State of South Carolina.
(C) This chapter is enacted pursuant to the S.C. Code §§ 6-29-710 and 6-29-870 et seq.
(Ord. 2002-12, passed 8-19-02)