It is the intent of the Historic Area Conservation District regulations to maintain and enhance the distinctive character of an Historic Area Conservation District by safeguarding the architectural integrity of historic structures and sites and by preventing the intrusion of incompatible development. Furthermore, it is the intent of these regulations to achieve, among others, the following related objectives:
(a) To foster a sense of community identification and civic pride by preserving structures and sites which are associated with periods and events in the history of the community and the region;
(b) To stimulate the local economy by protecting and strengthening those historical qualities of a district which can serve to attract customers, clients and potential employees; and
(c) To protect property values and safeguard the quality of life within a district by preventing environmental changes which diminish a district's unique historic and architectural character. (Ord. 76-2008. Passed 1-27-09.)