It is the intent and purpose of this title to regulate the drilling for production, processing, storage and transport by pipeline of petroleum and other hydrocarbon substances, timely and proper well abandonment and well site restoration and removal of oil and gas related facilities, reclamation and remediation of host sites and final disposition of pipelines in compliance with applicable laws and permits so that these activities may be conducted in conformance with federal, state, and local requirements, and to mitigate the impact of oil-related activities on urban development.
To accomplish this purpose, the regulations outlined in this title are determined to be necessary for the preservation of the public health, safety, and general welfare.
(Ord. 2015-05-1475 § 2 (part); Ord. 90-08-1074 § 4 (part))