The purpose of the Architectural Review Committee is to ensure that all construction and structures within the Village comply with the Municipal Code, and to ensure that all structures within the Village meet minimum standards of architectural quality, consistency, aesthetic design, and finish. The Architectural Review Committee shall maintain, as its goal, the perpetuation of the Village's character and atmosphere, preservation of existing property values, and enhancement of the desirability of the Village as a residential community. Construction and renovation should be made so that exterior architectural appearance shall be substantially consistent with structures already constructed in the immediate neighborhood, or with the character of the applicable district.