It is the Planning Department’s intent to do the aforementioned by:

• Promoting the stability of existing land uses that conform with a comprehensive plan and to protect them from inharmonious influences and harmful intrusions.
• Promoting a harmonious, convenient, workable relationship among land uses.
• Encouraging quality development through effective planning which utilizes modern innovations of urban design.
• Promoting and protecting the aesthetic quality of the city, by conserving and enhancing the taxable values of land and buildings throughout the city.
• Protecting and enhancing areas of scenic, historic or cultural importance.
• Providing adequate light and air.
• Encouraging proper population densities and preventing the overcrowding of structures.
• Providing adequate protection for community investments in water, sewerage, streets, schools, parks and other community facilities.
• Promoting a safe, effective traffic circulation system.
• Providing safety from fire and other dangers