1.0 PURPOSES AND AUTHORITY
1.1 Purpose: This Chapter is created for the purpose of promoting the health, safety, convenience, morals and welfare of the inhabitants of the Town, as provided by Chapter 40A of the General Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, as amended, by regulating and restricting the height, number of stories and the size of buildings and structures, the size and width of lots, the percentage of lots that may be occupied, the size of yards, the density of population and the location and use of buildings, structures and land for trade, industry, residence and other purposes, thereby:
(a) Encouraging the most appropriate use of land,
(b) Preventing overcrowding of land,
(c) Conserving the value of land and buildings,
(d) Lessening congestion of traffic,
(e) Preventing undue concentration of traffic,
(f) Providing adequate light and air,
(g) Reducing hazards from fire and other danger,
(h) Assisting in the economical provision of transportation, water, sewerage, schools, parks and other public facilities,
(i) Encouraging the provision of housing for persons of all income levels, and
(j) Preserving and increasing the amenities of the Town.
1.2 Authority: This bylaw is adopted under the authority provided by and in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 40A of the General Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, as amended.
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