§ 21.06.010. Purpose.

A.

Purpose. Specific purposes of this chapter include:

1.

Preserving light and air, and avoiding congestion in residential zoning districts;

2.

Promoting fire protection through appropriate separation of structures;

3.

Ensuring setbacks which promote a reasonable relationship between residences and a consistent residential streetscape;

4.

Promoting streetscapes that are consistent with the intended character of different commercial and mixed-use zones;

5.

Promoting buildings close to the sidewalk in mixed-use districts, to reinforce a pedestrian oriented streetscape;

6.

Controlling the overall building bulk and lot coverage to help define the character of different zones;

7.

Promoting a reasonable building scale that is consistent with the function of local commercial areas and the character of surrounding neighborhoods; and

8.

Promoting the efficient use of service capacity in areas with the highest levels of public services and intended development.

B.

Applicability. This chapter applies to all development within the municipality.

(AO 2012-124(S), 2-26-13)