The intent of this Chapter is to establish land use regulations to serve the Village of Mettawa. The purpose of this Chapter is to:
A. Promote the public health, safety, and welfare.
B. Promote the orderly development of the Village in accordance with the Comprehensive Plan and adopted land use policies and maintain the Village's rural residential character.
C. Establish zoning districts, according to use of land and structures, bulk of structures, intensity of the use of the lot, and/or other classification, best suited to carry out the purposes of this Chapter.
D. Preserve and protect the rural character of the Village and enhance the value of structures, communities, and neighborhoods within the Village.
E. Support economic development that balances the needs of the current and future economy with a high quality of life standard.
F. Provide for preservation, protection, and conservation of natural resources.
G. Promote the principles of sustainability.
H. Maintain, develop, and plan for public facilities and utilities in an economical and environmentally sound manner.
I. Provide for the protection of public investment in transportation, water, stormwater management systems, sewage treatment and disposal, solid waste treatment and disposal, schools, recreation, public facilities, open space, and other public requirements.
(Ord. 885, passed 11-21-2023)