§ 2. Purpose.

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

(a)

Protect and enhance the districts and landmarks which represent distinctive elements of Grapevine's historic, architectural and cultural heritage;

(b)

Foster civic pride in accomplishments of the past;

(c)

Protect and enhance Grapevine's attractiveness to visitors and the support and stimulus to the economy thereby provided;

(d)

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

(e)

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

(f)

Stabilize and improve property values.