Intent.

It is the general intent of this Subchapter to regulate and restrict the height, number of stories and size of buildings and other structures, the percentage of lot that may be occupied, the size of yards, courts and other open spaces, the density of the population and the location and use of buildings, structures and land for trade, industry, residence or other purposes; to lessen congestion in the streets; to secure safety from fire, panic and other dangers; to provide adequate light and air; to encourage the protection of local air quality, ground water and other environmental resources; to further the orderly layout and use of land; to prevent the overcrowding of land; to avoid undue concentration of population; to facilitate the adequate provision of transportation, water, sewage, schools, parks and other public requirements; stabilize and protect property values; encourage the most appropriate use of land throughout the community; conserve natural resources; implement the community's comprehensive plan or plan components; and, otherwise promote the health, safety, morals, prosperity, aesthetics and general welfare of the Community.