§ 35-1. Intent.

It is the purpose of this chapter to regulate and control the regrading of land throughout the Town in all use district classifications in order to prevent serious and irreparable damage to our natural resources, to minimize and retard the erosive effects of wind and water, to prevent the depreciation of property values, to prevent the removal of lateral support for abutting streets, lands and structures, to prevent damage to natural watersheds, to provide adequate drainage for surface water runoff, to protect persons and property from the hazards of periodic flooding and, in general, to protect the health, welfare and safety of the residents of the Town.