The shoreland section of this chapter is adopted pursuant to the authorization and policies contained in M.S.A., Chapter 103F, Minnesota Rules, Parts 6120.2500—6120.3900, and the planning and zoning enabling legislation in M.S.A. or Chapter 462.

(Ord. No. 8 (Fourth Series), § 2, 3-21-2023)

The Legislature of Minnesota has delegated responsibility to local governments of the state to regulate the subdivision, use and development of the shorelands of public waters and thus preserve and enhance the quality of surface waters, conserve the economic and natural environmental values of shorelands, and provide for the wise use of waters and related land resources. This responsibility is hereby recognized by the City of Nisswa.

(Ord. No. 8 (Fourth Series), § 2, 3-21-2023)

The provisions of this chapter apply to the shorelands of the public water bodies as classified in Section 20-84 of this chapter.

If any section, clause, provision, or portion of this chapter is adjudged unconstitutional or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of this chapter shall not be affected thereby.

(Ord. No. 8 (Fourth Series), § 2, 3-21-2023)

It is not intended by this chapter to repeal, abrogate, or impair any existing easements, covenants, or deed restrictions. However, where this chapter imposes greater restrictions, the provisions of this chapter shall prevail. All other ordinances inconsistent with this chapter are hereby repealed to the extent of the inconsistency only.

(Ord. No. 8 (Fourth Series), § 2, 3-21-2023)

Unless another date is specifically stated, any reference in this chapter to "the date upon which zoning was first adopted" shall mean July 17, 1970.

(Ord. No. 8 (Fourth Series), § 2, 3-21-2023)

This chapter shall be fairly read so as to give effect to the plain meaning of words and the definitions hereinafter set forth, to accomplish the purpose stated in section 20-2 above and to be in keeping with the constitutions of this state and of the United States. It is not the intent of this chapter to repeal, abrogate, or impair any existing laws, rules, easements, covenants, or deed restrictions. However, where this chapter imposes greater restrictions, the provisions of this chapter shall prevail.

(Ord. No. 8 (Fourth Series), § 2, 3-21-2023)