The zoning regulations and districts herein set forth and as identified upon the Zoning Map of the Village of Penn Yan are made for the purpose of promoting public health, safety and general welfare and prescribing the most desirable use for which the land in each district may be adapted and those uses to be subjected to special regulations, while conserving the value of land throughout the Village. The height, bulk and location of buildings and other structures, the area of yards, courts and other open spaces, the density of population and location and use of buildings and the use and development of unique waterfront resources, structures and land for trade, industry, residence or other purpose are hereby restricted and regulated as hereinafter provided.

Such regulations have been designed to preserve open space; to lessen congestion in the streets; to secure safety from fire, flood and other dangers; to provide adequate light, air and convenience of access; and to facilitate the adequate provision of transportation, water, sewage, schools, parks and other public requirements. They have been made with reasonable regard, among other things, to the character of each district and its suitability for particular uses and the value of buildings, land and uses to promote the most appropriate use of land throughout the Village of Penn Yan.