A. To implement procedures related to the city’s design manual as described in Chapter 17.98 GHMC;

B. To protect and enhance Gig Harbor’s small town characteristics by assuring that decisions on design reflect the intent of the city’s design manual and the design element of the city’s comprehensive plan;

C. To make suggestions on design alternatives which meet the needs of the property or business owner and which are consistent with and meet the intent of the city’s design policies;

D. To make recommendations to the planning commission and city council on policies and ordinances that may affect the city’s design and visual character. (Ord. 1513 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 993 § 3, 2005; Ord. 736 § 1, 1996).