This title shall be known, cited and referred to as the VILLAGE OF STOCKTON ZONING ORDINANCE. (Ord., 10-14-2008)

The purpose of this title is to:

   A.   Assist in the implementation of the village of Stockton comprehensive plan, adopted June 2007, and as subsequently amended.

   B.   Accomplish the objectives and provide for the administration of this title pursuant to 65 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/11-13-1 et seq., as from time to time amended, and to specifically:

      1.   Protect the public health, safety, morals, comfort and general welfare.

      2.   Conserve property values throughout the village.

      3.   Lessen or avoid congestion in the public streets.

      4.   Avoid hazards to persons and damage to property resulting from storm or flood waters. (Ord., 10-14-2008)

It is the general intent of this title to regulate and restrict the use of all structures, lands, and waters; regulate and restrict lot coverage, population distribution and density, and the size and location of all structures so as to: lessen congestion in and promote the safety and efficiency of the streets and highways, secure safety from fire, flooding, panic, and other dangers; provide adequate light, air, sanitation and drainage; facilitate the adequate provision of public facilities and utilities; stabilize and protect property values; further the appropriate use of land and conservation of natural resources; preserve and promote the beauty of the community; and implement the community's comprehensive plan. It is further intended to provide for the administration and enforcement of this title and to provide penalties for its violation. (Ord., 10-14-2008)

These regulations are adopted under the authority granted by 65 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/11-13. (Ord., 10-14-2008)

It is not intended by this title to repeal, abrogate, annul, impair, or interfere with any existing easements, covenants, deed restrictions, agreements, ordinances, rules, regulations, or permits previously adopted or issued pursuant to laws. However, wherever this title imposes greater restrictions, the provisions of this title shall govern. (Ord., 10-14-2008)

In their interpretation and application, the provisions of this title shall be held to be minimum requirements and shall be liberally construed in favor of the village and shall not be deemed a limitation or repeal of any other power granted by the Illinois statutes. (Ord., 10-14-2008)