This chapter shall be known as the "Zoning Ordinance of the City of Port Washington."

This chapter is adopted pursuant to the authorization in § 62.23(7), Wis. Stats.

The provisions of this chapter shall be held to be minimum requirements adopted to promote the health, safety, morals, comfort, prosperity and general welfare of the City of Port Washington. Among other purposes, such provisions are intended to provide for adequate light, air, sanitary drainage, convenience of access and safety from fire and other dangers; to promote the safety and efficiency of the public streets and highways; to aid in conserving and stabilizing the economic values of the community; to preserve and promote the general attractiveness and character of the community environment; to guide the proper distribution and location of population and of the various land uses; and otherwise to provide for the healthy and prosperous growth of the community.

It is not intended by this chapter to repeal, abrogate, annul, impair or interfere with any existing easements, covenants, or agreements between parties or with any rules, regulations or permits previously adopted or issued pursuant to law; provided, however, that where this chapter in any way imposes greater restrictions than are required by other rules, regulations or permits or by easements, covenants or agreements, the provisions of this chapter shall govern.

Unless specifically exempted by state statute, all state, county, City or other municipal lands or facilities within the jurisdiction of this chapter shall comply with this chapter and obtain all of its necessary permits. State agencies are required to comply if § 13.48(13), Wis. Stats., applies. The construction, reconstruction, maintenance and repair of state highways and bridges by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation are exempt when § 30.2022, Wis. Stats., applies.