It is the intent, purpose and scope of this chapter to protect and promote the safety, health and morals of the citizens of the Borough of Shippensburg, Cumberland and Franklin Counties, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; to promote the orderly growth of the remaining vacant lands within the corporate limits of the borough; to provide for the orderly and efficient development of lands for commercial and industrial uses; to protect the environment and to promote development with concern to environmental issues; to assure the orderly and efficient extension of public utilities, streets and transportation; and to ensure that the Borough of Shippensburg maintains its essence and character.