35-3 INTENT
   It is the general intent of this Chapter to regulate and restrict the use of all structures, lands, and waters; regulate and restrict lot coverage, population distribution and density, and the size and location of all structures so as to: lessen congestion in and promote the safety and efficiency of the streets and highways; secure safety from fire, flooding, panic, and other dangers; provide adequate light and air, including access to sunlight for solar collectors and to wind for wind energy systems; provide adequate sanitation and drainage; prevent overcrowding; avoid undue population concentration; facilitate the adequate provision of public facilities and utilities; stabilize and protect property values; preserve and promote the beauty of the community; and implement those municipal, watershed, county and regional comprehensive plans or components of such plans adopted by the Village of Rochester. Floodplain zoning regulations, specifically set forth in Chapter 37 of this Municipal Code, have been adopted to prevent and control erosion, sedimentation, and other pollution of surface waters; to further the maintenance of safe and healthful water conditions and prevent flood damage to persons and property; and to minimize expenditures for flood relief and flood control projects. To this end, it is further intended to provide for the administration and enforcement of this Chapter and to provide penalties for its violation.