Purpose of article

The regulations set forth in this article are adopted in accordance with RIGL 1956, § 45-24.1-1 et seq., entitled "Historic Area Zoning," to safeguard the heritage of the town by preserving districts which reflect elements of its cultural, social, economic and political and architectural history; foster civic beauty; strengthen the local economy; and promote the use of historic districts for the education, pleasure and welfare of the citizens of the town.

(Ord. No. 90-6, § 1, 4-23-1990)