§ 166.01-01 Purpose and Intent.

   This section is intended to:

   (A)   Preserve the visual and aesthetic qualities of Folly Beach;

   (B)   Ensure that excessive tree cutting does not reduce property values;

   (C)   Preserve protected trees;

   (D)   Establish the standards of review for tree alteration permits (See § 162.03-10);

   (E)   Encourage site design techniques that preserve the natural environment and enhance the developed environment;

   (F)   Control erosion and sediment run-off into waterways;

   (G)   Improve surface drainage and minimize flooding;

   (H)   Protect wildlife and marine habitat; and

   (I)   Conserve energy, reduce noise, heat, and glare caused by excessive tree cutting;

   (J)   Promote commerce and tourism by buffering different uses and beautifying the landscape.

(Ord. 05-10, passed 3-23-10; Am. Ord. 29-12, passed 3-12-13; Am. Ord. 029-21, passed 12-14-21)