The purpose of these Regulations is to provide for the orderly growth and harmonious development of the Town.

The provisions of these Regulations shall be held to be the minimum requirements for the promotion of the public health, safety, and general welfare.

In its interpretation and application, the provisions of these Regulations are intended to provide a common ground of understanding and an equitable working relationship between public and private interests to the end that both independent and mutual objectives can be achieved in the subdivision of land.

The provisions of these Regulations shall be administered to ensure orderly growth and development, and shall supplement and facilitate the provisions in the General Plan, Zoning Code, Official Maps and the Capital Improvement Plan. (Prior code §  12-1-3)