In interpreting and applying the provisions of this chapter, they shall be held to be the minimum requirements for the promotion of the public health, safety, comfort and general welfare of the community, and that the basic purpose of such provisions is to guide the development of the uses of flood land throughout the town.
(Prior Code, § 6-2-12) (Ord. 7-4, passed 7-6-1976; Ord. 85-9C, passed - -1985)