The Design Review Overlay District is established in recognition that the Central Business Area and the Bike Trail have a unique importance to the community. This purpose of this district is as follows:
(a) To enhance and preserve the Village's rail heritage and connection to its New England roots.
(b) To strengthen the economic base by stimulation of the tourist industry.
(c) To enhance the pedestrian movement in the Central Business District and its connection to the Bike Trail.
(d) To improve establish and improve property values in the Central Business District.
This chapter also establishes a Design Review Board to be appointed by the Mayor of Lexington and the procedures and criteria for Design Review.