The OS-1 primary open space zoning district regulations are hereby established to achieve the following purposes:
(a) To set aside and protect from over development those areas whose primary purpose is to be open space;
(b) To limit development in areas hazardous to human health;
(c) To provide sufficient space to meet the community's present and prospective needs for relief from the built environment, scenic views, passive recreation and ecological education activities.
(d) To provide protection, preservation and proper maintenance of biologically significant habitat, threatened habitat, and/or areas which contribute to the ecological health of the community including but not limited to forested areas, steep slopes, wetlands, watercourses and floodplains; and
(e) Protection and enhancement of property values.
(Ord. 224-99. Passed 10-16-00.)