The purpose of this Title Six is to promote the public health, safety and welfare by minimizing the damages described in Section 1371.02(a) by provisions designed to:
(a) Control accelerated runoff and erosion and sedimentation problems at their source by regulating activities which cause such problems.
(b) Utilize and preserve the desirable existing natural drainage systems.
(c) Encourage recharge of groundwaters.
(d) Maintain the existing flows and quality of streams and watercourses in the City of York and the Commonwealth.
(e) Ensure that there is proper maintenance of all storm water management structures which are constructed in the City of York.
(Ord. 13-1981 §1. Passed 5-20-81.)