This chapter shall be known and may be cited
as the “New Salem Borough Zoning Ordinance.”
The purpose of these regulations is to provide
for the harmonious development of the Borough by facilitating:
A.
The orderly and efficient integration of land development
within the Borough.
B.
Proper density of population.
C.
Adequate water and sewerage.
D.
Adequate police and fire protection, schools, parks
and other public grounds and buildings.
E.
The protection of water resources and drainageways.
F.
Adequate light and air.
G.
Adequate transportation, parking, and loading space.
H.
The greater health, safety, and welfare of the citizens
of the Borough.
I.
Adequate sites for recreation, conservation, and open
space.
J.
The prevention of blight and overcrowding of land.
This chapter is enacted as part of the overall
plan for the orderly growth and development of New Salem Borough.
As such, this chapter is based upon the expressed or implied community
development objectives as contained in the New Salem Borough Comprehensive
Plan.
