The basic purpose of this title is to ensure public health, safety and general welfare in accordance with the adopted development goals, plans and policies, as stated in the proposed comprehensive plan, for the future development of the city. Toward this end, this title shall divide the geographic area within its jurisdiction into use districts and shall establish regulations pertaining to the location, erection, construction, reconstruction, alteration and use of structures and land within said area.
(1974 Code, § 9-1-2) (Ord. 501, passed 10-24-1967)