(A) Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to promote the general welfare of the population through sound policies of land development and land management and to preserve natural beauty and ecological balance. To this end, this chapter will prevent overcrowding of the land with population and structures and provide for adequate sanitation, transportation, and other community facilities. This chapter has been prepared in accordance with the Comprehensive Plan for the city and is designed to coordinate physical development of the community with needs for public services and facilities.
(B) Intent. The intent of this chapter is to place the power and responsibility of the use of land in the hands of the property owner contingent upon the compatibility of surrounding uses and the general land use plan.
(Ord. passed - - 2006)