§ 250-2. Intent.

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The intent of this chapter is to:

A.
Promote the general health, welfare, and safety of the community.

B.
Encourage the utilization of appropriate construction practices in order to prevent or minimize flood damage in the future.

C.
Minimize danger to public health by protecting water supply and natural drainage.

D.
Reduce financial burdens imposed on the community, its governmental units, and its residents, by preventing excessive development in areas subject to flooding.

E.
Comply with federal and state floodplain management requirements.

                    
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