§ 270-2. Purpose.  


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  • It is the purpose of this chapter to promote the health, safety and general welfare of the community; to guide future growth and development of the town; to secure safety from fire, flood, panic and other dangers; to provide adequate light and air; to prevent overcrowding and congestion; to facilitate the adequate provision for transportation, water, drainage, sewage, parks, open space and other public requirements; to conserve the value of land and buildings in accordance with the character of the district and its particular suitability for certain uses; to establish the most beneficial relationship between land use, buildings and the circulation of traffic throughout the town; to safeguard natural resources and prevent the contamination of wells, streams and watercourses; to preserve the integrity and attractiveness of the community; and to assure privacy for residences and freedom from nuisances and harmful, unsightly, obtrusive and noisome land uses and activities.