§ 42-1. Purpose and intent of chapter.

It is hereby declared a matter of public policy that the protection, enhancement, perpetuation and use of improvements or sites of special character or special architectural, archeological or historic interest or value is a public necessity and is required in the interest of the health, prosperity, safety and welfare of the public. The purpose of this chapter is to:

(1)

Effect and accomplish the protection, enhancement, and preservation of such improvements, sites and districts which represent or reflect elements of the village's cultural, social, economic, political and architectural history.

(2)

Safeguard the village's historic, prehistoric and cultural heritage, as embodied and reflected in such historic structures, sites and districts.

(3)

Stabilize and improve property values, and enhance the visual and aesthetic character of the village.

(4)

Protect and enhance the village's attractions to residents, tourists and visitors, and serve as a support and stimulus to business and industry.

(Code 1991, § 17.22(1))