§ 155.002 PURPOSES.
   The following regulations are adopted:
   (A)   For the purpose of promoting and protecting the public health, safety and general welfare; to provide for a permanently wholesome community environment; to conserve, protect and enhance property and property values; and to secure the most efficient use of land;
   (B)   To provide for orderly growth and development; to prevent scattered development beyond existing public utilities and facilities; and to facilitate the adequate but economical provision of public improvements;
   (C)   To limit and control the pollution of the environment; to safeguard the public against flood damage; and to preserve and enhance historical sites and natural features;
   (D)   To prescribe reasonable rules and regulations governing the subdivision and platting of land; the preparation of plats; the location, width and course of streets and highways; the installation of utilities, street pavements and other essential improvements; and the provision of necessary public grounds for schools, parks, playgrounds and other public open space; and
   (E)   To establish procedures for the submission, approval and recording of plats; to facilitate cooperation among the Villages of Carpentersville, East Dundee, Sleepy Hollow and West Dundee in reviewing development plans; and to provide the means for enforcement and to provide penalties for violations.
(1981 Code, § 22.102) (Ord. 88-15, passed 11-7-1988)