The purposes of this title shall be to promote the health, safety, morals, convenience, order, prosperity and general welfare of the present and future inhabitants of the city:
A. To encourage and facilitate the orderly growth and development of the area;
B. To protect the tax base;
C. To promote safety from fires, floods, traffic and natural hazards, and other dangers;
D. To minimize congestion in the streets and prevent the overcrowding of land;
E. To secure economy in governmental expenditures and to facilitate adequate provisions for transportation, water, sewage, schools, parks and other public requirements;
F. To stabilize and improve property values and promote a more attractive and wholesome environment;
G. To encourage the most appropriate use of land; and
H. To provide adequate light and air quality. (Ord. 2002-05, 3-20-2002)