New Shoreham |
Code of Ordinances |
Part II. Revised Ordinances Of The Town Of New Shoreham |
Chapter 11. Natural Resource Protection |
Article III. Environmental Protection |
Division 2. Groundwater |
§ 11-52. Purpose and intent
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(a) The purpose and intent of this division is to minimize the potential contamination of the groundwaters and surface waters, which in the future will supply water to the residents of the town, a sole source aquifer.
(b) In promoting the general intent of this division, the specific intent is to:
(1) Minimize surface water and groundwater pollution which may affect human, animal, fish and/or plant life in and around the town.
(2) Control storage, use and discharge of these materials so as to avoid any possible contamination and/or pollution of the aquifer.
(3) Promote the general health, welfare and safety within the town.
(Rev. Ords. 1989, § 11-52)