Hillsborough City Zoning Code
CHAPTER 17
04 - GENERAL PROVISIONS1
Editor's note— Ord. No. 792, § 2(Exh. A), adopted January 8, 2024, repealed Ch. 17.04, §§ 17.04.010—17.04.080, and enacted a new Ch. 17.04 as set out herein and as may later be amended. Former Ch. 17.04 pertained to similar subject matter and derived from Ord. 639, adopted 2003; Ord. 648, adopted 2003; and Ord. 683, adopted 2008.
17.04.010 - Purposes.
The purpose of this chapter is to establish the zoning districts of the town. This zoning ordinance is adopted to protect and promote the public health, safety, comfort, convenience, prosperity, and general welfare of residents in the town. Additional purposes of this zoning ordinance are to:
A.
Implement the goals, objectives, policies, and programs of the general plan and to manage future growth and development in accordance with that plan.
B.
Conserve and protect the natural resources, natural beauty, and significant environmental amenities of the town.
C.
Promote adequate light, air, privacy, and open space for each dwelling.
D.
Retain the scale and character of existing residential neighborhoods.
(Ord. No. 792, § 2(Exh. A), 1-8-2024)
17.04.020 - Short title.
This title shall be known as the "Hillsborough Zoning Ordinance."
(Ord. No. 792, § 2(Exh. A), 1-8-2024)
17.04.030 - Zoning map.
The town shall adopt a map, known as the zoning map, delineating the boundaries of each district within the town. All development and use of lands within the town's jurisdiction shall comply with this chapter, based on the zoning district classification specified on the zoning map. A copy of the zoning map shall be kept on file with the city clerk.
(Ord. No. 792, § 2(Exh. A), 1-8-2024)