Guiding the future growth and development of the township in accordance with a comprehensive plan of land use as set forth in the master plan of the township which represents the most beneficial, economically productive, and socially satisfactory relationships among the residential, commercial and industrial areas within the township, having regard to their suitability for the various uses appropriate to each of them and their potentiality for such uses, as indicated by existing conditions and trends in population, in building development, and in economic activity, considering such conditions and trends both within the township and with respect to its relation to adjacent areas.

Protecting and conserving the value of land throughout the township and the value of buildings appropriate to the various districts established by this chapter.

Assuring a harmonious relationship among the various districts established by this chapter minimizing such conflicts among uses in connection with the orderly development or redevelopment of various use districts.

To encourage the location and design of transportation routes which will promote the free flow of traffic while discouraging locations of such facilities and routes which result in congestion or blight.

Aiding in providing a guide for public policy and action in the efficient provision of public facilities and services, and for private enterprise in building development, investment and other economic activity relating to the uses of land and buildings throughout the township.

Bringing about the gradual conformity of the uses of land and buildings throughout the township to the comprehensive zoning plan as set forth in this chapter.