§ 1.202. Purpose.  


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  • The purpose of this ordinance is to establish land use classifications dividing the city into various zoning districts; provide regulations, prohibitions and restrictions for the promotion of health, safety, convenience, aesthetics and welfare; govern the use of land for residential, commercial, office, industrial and all other uses; regulate and limit the height and bulk of buildings and other structures; limit the occupancy and size of yards and open spaces; establish performance and design standards; establish boards and commissions and define the powers and duties of each; provide procedures for changing zoning districts and the standards which govern those districts, use permits, variances and all other permits required by this Zoning Ordinance; prescribe penalties for violations of the ordinance and repeal all ordinances in conflict therewith.

(Ord. No. 1772, 6-23-93)