§ 64-2. Statement of purpose.

Historic preservation is hereby declared to be a public purpose and the legislative body of a local unit of government may regulate the construction, addition, alteration, repair, moving, excavation, and demolition of resources in historic districts within the limits of the local unit. The purpose of this chapter is to:

(1)

Safeguard the heritage of the city by preserving districts which reflect elements of its history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture.

(2)

Stabilize and improve property values in each district and surrounding areas.

(3)

Foster civic beauty.

(4)

Strengthen the local economy.

(5)

Promote the use of historic districts for the education, pleasure, and welfare of the citizens of the city and of the state.

The city may by ordinance establish one or more historic districts. The historic district(s) shall be administered by the historic district commission and pursuant to this chapter.

(Ord. No. 2005-12, § 1, 11-21-05)