In their interpretation and application, the provisions of these regulations shall be held to be the minimum requirements adopted for the promotion of the public health, safety, and welfare.

It is not intended by the regulations to repeal, abrogate, annul or in any way impair or interfere with existing provisions of other laws, regulations or ordinances, except those specifically repealed by these regulations, or with private restrictions placed upon property by covenants running with the land (to which the Town is a party). Where these regulations pose a greater restriction upon land, buildings or structures than is imposed or required by such existing provisions of regulations, ordinances, contracts or deeds, the provisions of these regulations shall control.

The Planning and Zoning Commission may, after public notice and hearing, change, amend or repeal these regulations, in accordance with the provisions of C.G.S. § 8-3, as amended

The owners of any property affected by these regulations may petition the Planning and Zoning Commission, requesting a change, or changes, in the boundaries of a zoning district or districts, in the manner herein prescribed. Such petitions shall be in writing; be signed by the property owner or owners requesting such changes; outline specifically the boundary changes which are requested; and be accompanied by the required application fee; and a sign shall be posted in accordance with § 270-201 of these regulations.