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North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 160D. Local Planning and Development Regulation § 160D-940. Legislative findings

Current as of January 01, 2023 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

The heritage of our State is one of our most valued and important assets. The conservation and preservation of historic districts and landmarks stabilize and increase property values and strengthen the overall economy of the State. This Part authorizes local governments within their respective planning and development regulation jurisdictions and by means of listing, regulation, and acquisition to do the following:

(1) To safeguard the heritage of the city or county by preserving any district or landmark therein that embodies important elements of its culture, history, architectural history, or prehistory.

(2) To promote the use and conservation of such district or landmark for the education, pleasure, and enrichment of the residents of the city or county and the State as a whole.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 160D. Local Planning and Development Regulation § 160D-940. Legislative findings - last updated January 01, 2023 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nc/chapter-160d-local-planning-and-development-regulation/nc-gen-st-sect-160d-940/

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