This chapter is adopted for the purposes of:
(A) Protecting and promoting the public health, safety and general welfare;
(B) Implementing adopted plans and policies, specifically the County Land Resource Management Plan;
(C) Enhancing residents’ quality of life;
(D) Promoting environmentally responsible development practices;
(E) Conserving, protecting and enhancing property values;
(F) Facilitating the provision of adequate public facilities and improvements;
(G) Maintaining a range of housing choices and options;
(H) Providing for orderly growth and development;
(I) Safeguarding the public against flood damage, soil erosion and sedimentation;
(J) Prescribing reasonable rules and regulations governing subdividing and platting;
(K) Establishing clear and efficient procedures for the preparation, submission, approval and recordation of subdivision plats; and
(L) Providing remedies for violations and reasonable means of enforcing the chapter.
(Ord. passed 7-8-1970; Res. 09-167, passed 6-18-2009)