Classification of Districts.

Zoning Map. The boundaries of the zoning districts are delineated on a map entitled "Watsontown Borough Zoning Map" which accompany and, with all explanatory matter thereon, are hereby made a part of this chapter.

Interpretation of District Boundaries. Where uncertainty exists with respect to the boundaries of a district as indicated on a Zoning Map, the following rules shall apply.

Conservation Districts (C). In areas where major physiographic problems exist, accessibility is difficult or unique natural beauty exists, Conservation Districts are established to conserve the existing character of such areas by providing for low-intensity residential, agricultural or recreational uses, thus guiding substantive land development into more appropriate zoning districts.

Agricultural Districts (A). In areas of highly productive soils and where agricultural activity remains strong, Agricultural Districts are established to protect and stabilize agriculture as an ongoing economic activity by permitting only those land uses and activities which are either agricultural in nature or act in direct support thereof.

Agricultural Holding Districts (AH). In areas of marginal agricultural potential and activity as yet too remote to expect any substantial urban or suburban development, Agricultural Holding Districts are established. It shall be the purpose of these districts to maintain a rural character and low residential density in anticipation of future development but, at the same time, provide alternative economic activities to farming during the holding period.

Suburban Residential Districts (SR). In areas where residential development has already begun, reasonable access to industrial, commercial and public activities is available and a reasonable potential for public sewerage exists, Suburban Residential Districts are established. It shall be the purpose of these districts to promote and encourage a suitable and safe environment for family life by providing only for single-family residences and residential support land uses.

Urban Residential Districts (UR). In areas where residential development is complete and the intensity of such development allows pedestrian as well as automotive circulation, Urban Residential Districts are established. It shall be the purpose of such districts to promote multiple-family as well as single-family dwellings, compatible nonresidential, as well as strictly residential, land uses and, in general, creating an atmosphere where all necessities for living and working are in proximity to one another.

Village Center Districts (VC). In established rural centers with reasonable expectation of continued vitality and a reasonable expectation of public sewerage, Village Center Districts are established. It shall be the purpose of such districts to maintain themselves as centers by providing for higher density residential uses, commercial uses serving the immediate areas and appropriate public activities.

Central Commercial Districts (CC). In existing commercial centers, Central Commercial Districts are established to provide areas for high intensity retail sales, personal service and office uses.

Highway Commercial Districts (HC). Highway Commercial Districts are established to accommodate retail or wholesale business activities which either serve a regional market, offer merchandise oriented to the highway uses or function best on large individual land parcels and thus are not normally part of an integrated shopping area or center.

Industrial Districts (I). Industrial Districts are established to contribute to the overall economy of the region. It shall be the purpose of such districts to encourage industrial development in areas of good highway accessibility, with the existence or reasonable expectation of sanitary sewerage and within reasonable proximity to supporting commercial activities.

Central Industrial Districts (CI). Central Industrial Districts are established to recognize existing industrial areas. It shall be the purpose of such districts to encourage and promote continued industrial usage but, at the same time, protect surrounding residential areas.