The ordinance codified in this chapter is intended to promote the maintenance, enhancement and preservation of critical areas and environmentally sensitive natural systems by avoiding or minimizing adverse impacts from construction and development. This chapter implements the goals and objectives of the State Growth Management Act of 1990 through the development and implementation of policies and interim regulations to manage critical areas in the public’s interest and welfare. It is not the intent of this chapter to deny a reasonable use of private property, but to assure that development on or near critical areas is accomplished in a manner that is sensitive to the environmental resources of the community. (Ord. 1036 § 5, 2006; Ord. 611 § 1, 1991).