This chapter is adopted for the purpose of protecting and promoting the public health, safety, and general welfare in the town and accomplishing the goals, policies, and programs of the Comprehensive Plan. This chapter is established in accordance with the provisions of VA Code §§ 15.2-2280 et seq. to: provide for regulations governing nonconforming uses and structures; provide a Board of Zoning Appeals and for its powers and duties; provide for permits; establish and provide for the collection of fees; provide for the administration of this chapter and for the official whose duty it shall be to enforce the provisions of this chapter; provide penalties for the violation of this chapter; and provide for conflicts with other ordinances or regulations.
(1998 Code, § 66-1) (Ord. passed 9-5-2017)