49-1. Purpose.

The historical heritage of Henderson County is a valuable and important asset. By endeavoring to preserve historic sites and landmarks, Henderson County seeks:

  1. To safeguard the heritage of the County by preserving landmarks therein that embody important elements of its culture, history, architectural history, or prehistory; and
  2. To promote the use and conservation of such landmarks for the education, pleasure, and enrichment of the residents of the County and state as a whole.