§ 5.5-27. Purpose.

The purposes of this chapter include, but are not limited to:

(1)

Establishing a program enabling the county to acquire conservation easements voluntarily offered by owners to serve as one means of assuring that Franklin County's resources are protected and efficiently used;

(2)

Establishing and preserving open-space and the rural character of the county;

(3)

Preserving farm and forest land;

(4)

Conserving and protecting water resources and environmentally sensitive lands, waters and other natural resources;

(5)

Conserving and protecting biodiversity and wildlife and aquatic habitat;

(6)

Assisting in shaping the character and direction of the development of the community;

(7)

Improving the quality of life for the inhabitants of the county; and

(8)

Promoting recreation and tourism through the preservation of scenic and historical resources.

(Ord. of 9-25-07)

(Ord. of 9-25-07)