In addition to promoting the general purposes outlined in Section 1.3 of this ordinance, the purposes of this chapter include:
(A) To encourage the proper use of the land by promoting an appropriate balance between the built environment and the preservation of open space, environmentally sensitive lands, and natural resources;
(B) To protect private and public investment by preserving open space; protecting natural resources including the existing tree canopy and forests; reducing heat and air pollution; capturing carbon; and protecting water quality in our streams and waterways;
(C) To protect and promote the health and economic value of streams, waterways, trees, forests, open space, and natural lands; and
(D) To promote water quality benefits through preserving natural areas and encouraging good soil management.