(A) It is the purpose of this chapter to promote the public health, safety and general welfare, and to minimize public and private losses due to flood conditions.
(B) The chapter is designed for the wise planning and development of this community’s floodplains to avoid conflict between its citizens need to develop the land and natures need to discharge flood waters.
(C) Provisions of this chapter are designed to:
(1) Protect human life and health;
(2) Minimize the need of public expenditure for flood control projects;
(3) Reduce the need for rescue and relief efforts;
(4) Lessen prolonged business interruptions;
(5) Minimize public utility and facility damages;
(6) Maintain a stable tax base;
(7) Ensure potential buyers are notified when property is in a flood hazard area; and
(8) Ensure residents of flood hazard areas are responsible for their actions. (1985 Code, § 11.06.010)