§ 3.7.2. Statement of purpose and intent.

The purpose and intent in establishing the Leafmore Creek Park Hills Overlay District is as follows:

A.

To implement the policies and objectives of the comprehensive plan and the zoning ordinance of DeKalb County within the overlay district.

B.

To ensure that new structures and developments are compatible with the height, size and level of forestation of the existing dwellings and lots;

C.

To encourage property owners to improve and renovate the existing housing stock, rather than demolish the same;

D.

To preserve the visual appearance of the subject neighborhood, and;

E.

To preserve the existing economic and social structure of the neighborhood.

( Ord. No. 15-06 , 8-25-2015)