The purposes of this chapter are to:
(a) Safeguard the heritage of the City by preserving sites and structures which reflect elements of the City's cultural, social, economic, political or architectural history;
(b) Stabilize and improve property values;
(c) Strengthen the economy of the City;
(d) Protect and enhance the City's attractions to residents, tourists and visitors, and encourage business and industry;
(e) Foster civic pride in the beauty and notable accomplishments of the past; and
(f) Promote the use and preservation of historic sites and structures for the education and general welfare of the people of the City.
(Ord. 489. Passed 9-3-74.)