(1) Preserve and rehabilitate eligible historic properties within Snohomish County for future generations through special valuation, a property tax incentive, as provided in chapter 84.26 RCW and chapter 254-20 WAC;

(2) Safeguard the heritage of the county as represented by those buildings, sites, structures, objects and districts that reflect significant elements of county history;

(3) Foster civic pride in the beauty and accomplishments of the past, and a sense of identity with Snohomish County history;

(4) Stabilize and improve the aesthetic and economic vitality and values of such sites, improvements and objects; and

(5) Assist, encourage and provide incentives to private owners for preservation, restoration, rehabilitation and use of outstanding historic buildings, sites, structures, objects, and districts. (Added by Amended Ord. 06-038, Dec. 13, 2006, Eff date Jan. 5, 2007).