Sec. 19-2. - Purposes of rules and regulations.

The rules and regulations referred to in section 19-1 shall be designed to: (1)

Make adequate provisions for traffic.

(2)

Lessen traffic accidents.

(3)

Promote safety from fire and other dangers.

(4)

Provide adequate light and air.

(5)

Prevent overcrowding of land.

(6)

Prevent the development of unsanitary areas for housing purposes.

(7)

Secure a well-articulated street and highway system.

(8)

Promote a coordinated development of unbuilt areas.

(9)

Secure and appropriate allotment of land area in new developments for all the requirements of community life.

(10)

Conserve natural beauty and other natural resources.

(11)

Conform to any master plan which may have been adopted.

(12)

Furnish guidance for the wise and efficient expenditure of funds for public works; and to facilitate the adequate, efficient and economic provision of transportation, water supply, sewerage, recreation and other public utilities and requisites.

(Code 1967, § 29-2)

State Law reference— Similar provisions, G.L. 1956, § 45-23-3.