Pursuant to the provisions of the 65 ILCS 5, Div. 13, Art. 11, the ordinance codified in this chapter is passed to the end that adequate light, pure air, and safety from fire and other dangers may be secured; that the taxable value of land and buildings throughout the city may be conserved; that congestion in the public streets may be lessened or avoided; that the hazards to persons and damage to property resulting from the accumulation or runoff of storm or flood waters may be lessened or avoided; and that the public health, safety, comfort, morals, and welfare may otherwise be promoted.
(1978 Code, § 17.04.010) (Ord. 368, passed - -1967)