The objectives of the floodplain district shall be:
A. To prohibit occupancy or the encroachment of any structure, improvement or development that would obstruct the natural flow of floodwaters within a designated floodway on the floodplain;
B. To keep developments in the remainder of the floodplain above the design flood flow elevation;
C. To prevent economic loss caused by excessive flooding, and to prevent loss of life or property. (Ord. 1000 § 31.61, 1955)