It is the intent of the waterfront commercial district to provide a wide range of uses and activities on the shorelines of Gig Harbor located within the area proximate to the downtown business district. Development should be water-oriented and maintain the scale of existing structures. Highest priority will be accorded to those uses that are water-dependent. Other uses that provide a high degree of physical access to the waterfront have the next priority. Those activities that are not water-dependent but maintain or enhance views and the character of the area may also be permitted. (Ord. 573 § 2, 1990).