§ 78-82. Intent and purpose.  


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  • (a)

    Intent. It is the intent of the board of commissioners to provide a safe environment in urban, rural and wilderness settings which RV accommodate the full range of camping units desired by the consumer. Further, it is the intent of the board of commissioners to allow the greatest latitude in designing RV parks and campgrounds according to the desires of the RV and camping public while serving and protecting the health and safety needs of the RV and camping public. Further, it is the intent of the board of commissioners to meet the overall spirit of national codes referenced in this article. Where slight wording differences occur between this article and those of national codes, they are not intended to change the public health and safety goals of such national codes, but rather to foster consistency between code language and the terminology of the RV park and campground industry and the general RV and camping public.

    (b)

    Purpose. The purpose of this article shall be to provide rules, regulations, requirements, and standards for development of RV parks and campgrounds in the unincorporated areas of the county, ensuring that the public health, safety and general welfare are protected; that orderly growth and development together with the conservation, protection and proper use of land shall be insured; and that proper provisions for all public facilities shall be made.

(Ord. of 9-23-1999(3), § 2)