9677.6. - Architectural review.

An architectural review procedure is hereby established for the following purposes:

A.

To recognize the interdependence of land values and aesthetics and provide a method by which the city may implement this interdependence to its benefit;

B.

To encourage the development of private and public property in harmony with the desired character of the city and in conformance with the standards provided in this article with due regard for the public and private interests involved;

C.

To promote attainment of those sections of the general plan which specifically refer to the preservation and enhancement of the particular character and unique assets of the city and its harmonious development, through encouraging private and public interests to assist in the implementation process;

D.

To assure that the public benefits derived from expenditures of public funds for the improvements and beautification of streets and other public structures and spaces shall be protected by the exercise of reasonable controls over the character and design of buildings and open spaces to include street landscaping, median strips, parks and other amenities and aesthetic improvements.