§ 20-106. Purpose.

It is the intent of this division to serve the public interest by promoting a high standard of development within the city. Through a comprehensive review of both functional and aesthetic aspects of new or intensified development, the city seeks to accomplish the following:

(1)

Implement the comprehensive plan.

(2)

Maintain and improve the city's tax base.

(3)

Mitigate to the extent feasible adverse impacts of one land use upon another.

(4)

Promote the orderly and safe flow of vehicular and pedestrian traffic.

(5)

Preserve and enhance the natural and built environment.

(6)

Within the HC districts, meet the additional purpose, intent and standards of the HC districts.

(7)

Within the BCO district, meet the additional purpose, intent and standards of the BCO district.

(Ord. No. 119, 2-12-90; Ord. No. 212, § 3, 7-11-94; Ord. No. 286, § 5, 12-14-98)