The purpose of §§ 150.01 et seq. is to promote, as a matter of public policy, the preservation, protection, and enhancement of those buildings, properties, structures, sites, and incidental appurtenances used, for commercial purposes in designated areas, in the interest or prosperity, civic pride, and general welfare of the City of Raton and nearby communities and to prevent urban blight by:
(A) Providing a mechanism to preserve, protect, enhance, and perpetuate those structures, properties, sites, buildings, and incidental appurtenances used for commercial purposes in designated areas;
(B) Fostering civic pride and respect in the community’s future;
(C) Maintaining and improving property values;
(D) Protecting and enhancing the community’s attraction to tourists and visitors;
(E) Promoting the structures, property sites, buildings, and incidental appurtenances for the general welfare of the community; and
(F) Fostering and encouraging preservation, restoration, and rehabilitation of structures, properties, buildings, sites, and incidental appurtenances thereby preventing urban blight.
(Ord. 910, passed 7-24-2001)