(A) The boundaries of the zones are shown upon the map accompanying this chapter and made a part hereof by reference, entitled “Zoning Map, Town of Ranlo, North Carolina, dated ”. The zoning map, including all notations, references, amendments thereto, and other information shown thereon, is hereby made a part of this chapter the same as if the information set forth on the map were all fully described and set out herein. The zoning map, properly attested, is on file in the office of the Inspections Superintendent and is available for inspection by the public.
(B) In the creation by this chapter of the respective zones, the Board has given due and careful consideration to the peculiar suitability of each and every zone for the particular regulations applied thereto, and the necessary, proper, and comprehensive groupings and arrangements of the various uses and densities of population in accordance with a well-considered plan for the development of the town.
(C) The provisions of this chapter governing the use of land and buildings, the height of buildings, building site areas, the sizes of yards about buildings, and other matters as hereinafter set forth are hereby established and declared to be in effect upon all land included within the boundaries of each and every zone shown upon the map.
(D) Where uncertainty exists as to boundaries of any zone shown on the map, the following rules shall apply.
(1) Where the zone boundaries are indicated as approximately following street lines, alley lines, and lot lines, the lines shall be construed to be the zone boundaries.
(2) In unsubdivided property or where zone boundary divides a lot, the location of the boundary, unless the boundary is indicated by dimensions, shall be determined by use of the scale appearing on the map.
(3) In case any further uncertainty exists, the Board of Adjustment shall interpret the intent of the map as to location of the boundaries.
(4) Where any street or alley is hereafter officially vacated or abandoned, the regulations applicable to each parcel of abutting property shall apply to that portion of the street or alley added thereto by virtue of the vacation or abandonment.
(Prior Code, § 9-4022) (Ord. passed 4-27-1970)