§ 1002. Purpose and intent.

This ordinance is enacted to implement the requirements of Section 62.1-44.15:67 et seq., of the Code of Virginia, the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act, and amends Appendix B-1 of the Isle of Wight County Code, known also as the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Ordinance. The purpose and intent of this ordinance is to:

a.

Protect existing high quality state waters;

b.

Restore all other state waters to a condition or quality that will permit all reasonable public uses and will support the propagation and growth of aquatic life, which might reasonably be expected to inhabit them;

c.

Safeguard the clear waters of the Commonwealth from pollution;

d.

Prevent any increase in pollution;

e.

Promote water resource conservation in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the present and future citizens of Isle of Wight County. (8-21-06; 4-16-15.)