The purpose of historic zoning is to implement the Urban Design Overview, Historic Preservation Element and Economic Element of the General Plan; to implement historic preservation provisions of adopted neighborhood plans; to promote the preservation, rehabilitation, restoration, reconstruction, and protection of historic resources; to enhance and preserve the setting of historic resources so that surrounding land uses, including design and color, do not detract from the historic resources; to encourage and promote public knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of the city’s history; to promote appreciation and use of historic resources; to encourage preservation of resources, which may potentially be considered eligible for Historic Zoning; to promote public awareness of the benefits of preservation; and to encourage public participation in identifying and preserving historical resources, thereby increasing community pride in the city’s cultural heritage.