A. The intent of this Article is to preserve the natural landscape of Sullivan’s Island through the protection of trees and palmettos, maintaining and enhancing the tree mass, and mandating and encouraging the replanting of trees lost to development, destruction and natural causes.
B. The standards and regulations are established in order to promote the public health and general welfare of the citizens of the Town, to preserve the natural history, beauty and value of the whole Island, to mitigate and prevent wind and water damage and erosion, to minimize flooding and to improve water quality and surface drainage, to improve air quality and lessen air pollution, to reduce noise, heat and solar glare, to protect wildlife, to sustain property values and ensure that quality of life and well being are maintained for all citizens of the Town through an undiminished natural landscape.