In their interpretation and application, the provisions
of these regulations shall be held to be the minimum requirements
adopted for the promotion of the public health, safety, and welfare.
It is not intended by the regulations to repeal, abrogate,
annul or in any way impair or interfere with existing provisions of
other laws, regulations or ordinances, except those specifically repealed
by these regulations, or with private restrictions placed upon property
by covenants running with the land (to which the Town is a party).
Where these regulations pose a greater restriction upon land, buildings
or structures than is imposed or required by such existing provisions
of regulations, ordinances, contracts or deeds, the provisions of
these regulations shall control.
The Planning and Zoning Commission may, after public
notice and hearing, change, amend or repeal these regulations, in
accordance with the provisions of C.G.S. § 8-3, as amended
The owners of any property affected by these regulations
may petition the Planning and Zoning Commission, requesting a change,
or changes, in the boundaries of a zoning district or districts, in
the manner herein prescribed. Such petitions shall be in writing;
be signed by the property owner or owners requesting such changes;
outline specifically the boundary changes which are requested; and
be accompanied by the required application fee; and a sign shall be
posted in accordance with § 270-201 of these regulations.
If any section or provision of these regulations
shall be adjudged invalid, such adjudication shall apply only to the
section or provision so adjudged, and the remainder of these regulations
shall be deemed valid and effective.