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The IDM zone designation shall recognize and promote the area's unique social mix and urban design character. This area is the core of the International District which exemplifies Asian culture. A wide range of uses, including street-level retail, housing development above street level, and the rehabilitation of existing buildings, shall be encouraged. New residential uses and the rehabilitation of existing structures shall be encouraged to provide a diversity of residential opportunities. Specific objectives include the following: A. To maintain and protect the International District core as an Asian cultural, retail and residential center; B. To allow flexibility and discretion in land use controls, regulations and guidelines to address present conditions and those which may develop in the future; C. To protect, preserve and promote small retail and commercial businesses; D. To encourage development of housing above street level; E. To encourage the rehabilitation of existing buildings; and F. To assure new development compatible in scale and character with existing buildings. (Ord. 112519 § 40, 1985: Ord. 112134 § 1(part), 1985.)