Exeter, at this time, is in an excellent position to develop a series of goals and objectives for future town growth. The community presents, with minor exceptions, an unspoiled landscape which the people of Exeter and the town government have expressed a firm commitment to preserve through the adoption of a comprehensive plan. Now our Town can take positive actions to avoid the mistakes of other communities.

The general objectives of this zoning ordinance are: To utilize all land resources wisely and to prevent the despoiling of agricultural land and woodland (prime community resources); to protect residential area while maintaining the environment along with adequate open space, recreation, and community facilities; to limit high population concentrations in areas where soil conditions and terrain may not possess the capability for serving a high density population; to preserve the purity of individual water supply systems and surface and groundwater resources; to recognize the fact that future population densities must be kept at a point which will not jeopardize the natural environment and fresh water supply; and to provide commercial areas to enterprises to serve the community's needs, but limiting long strips of business to prevent impairment of normal highway functions.

It is ordained by the Town Council of the Town of Exeter as follows:

TOWN OF EXETER

RHODE ISLAND