§ 5-352. Purpose.

The city council hereby declares that as a matter of public policy, the protection, preservation and enhancement of landmarks of architectural, archaeological, cultural and historic importance is necessary to promote the economic, cultural, educational and general welfare of the citizens of Hurst. The unique identity of the city and the history of the area prior to its founding, which produced significant historic, architectural, archaeological and cultural resources, requires this article to:

(1)

Protect and enhance the landmarks which represent distinctive historic, architectural and cultural elements of the city;

(2)

Foster civic pride in accomplishments of the past;

(3)

Protect and enhance the city's attractiveness to visitors, and support and stimulate the economy thereby provided;

(4)

Insure the orderly, efficient and appropriate growth and development of the city;

(5)

Promote the economic stability and prosperity of the community by encouraging the most appropriate use of such significant property in the city, and;

(6)

Stabilize and improve property values.

(Ord. No. 1831, § 1, 8-27-02)