The governing body of the City of Athens may from time to time adopt ordinances to protect its historical character in the manner hereinafter provided.
Ala. Code § 45-42A-23
Authority to Adopt Ordinances.
(Act 84­509, p. 1127, § 1.)
Official source: Alabama Legislature (ALISON). Reproduced from public-domain Alabama statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.