In the event of conflicts between the provisions of this chapter and any other ordinance or regulation, the more restrictive provisions shall apply.

In their interpretation and application, the provisions of this chapter shall be considered minimum requirements adopted for the promotion of the health, safety and general welfare of the public.

In interpreting the language of this chapter to determine the extent of the restriction upon the use of property, the language shall be interpreted, where doubt exists as to the intended meaning of the language written and enacted by the City Council, in favor of the property owner and against any implied extension of the restriction.

To promote the interest of public health, safety, morals and the general welfare;

To secure safety from fire and to provide adequate open spaces for light and air;

To conserve and stabilize property values;

To preserve woodlands, open space, recreational, agricultural and environmentally sensitive lands from conflict with urban development;

To facilitate the economic provision of adequate transportation, water, sewage, schools, parks and other public requirements;

To prevent the overcrowding of land, blight, danger and congestion in travel and transportation, loss of health, life or property from fire, flood, panic or other dangers;

To promote stormwater management, soil and water conservation;

To set forth population density controls;

To promote coordinated and practical community development; and

To promote the utilization of renewable energy sources.