It is the purpose and intent of these regulations to maintain and enhance the distinctive historic character of Twinsburg by safeguarding the integrity of all historic structures, sites and areas therein by preventing the intrusion of incompatible development or redevelopment. Furthermore, it is an intent of these regulations to achieve, among others, the following related objectives:
(a) To safeguard the heritage of Twinsburg and foster a sense of community identification and civic pride by preserving structures and sites which reflect periods and events in the history and prehistory of the community and its region;
(b) To protect historic and prehistoric structures and sites within the City by preventing environmental changes which diminish the area's unique character;
(c) To seek alternatives to demolition or incompatible alterations within the City and to listed properties before such acts are performed;
(d) To encourage development of vacant properties in accordance with the character of the historic buildings and areas of the City of Twinsburg;
(e) To contribute to the economic, recreational, cultural and educational development of Twinsburg by protecting and enhancing the City's attractions to prospective residents, tourists, and visitors; and
(f) To establish guidelines and procedures dealing with the preservation of historic buildings, sites and spaces. (Ord. 173-2000. Passed 12-17-00.)