§ 58.311. Purpose of the District.  


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  • The -C- Conservation District is established for the purpose of identification, protection, preservation and the beneficial use of environmentally sensitive lands. It is intended that this district shall not be a holding category for land, but rather, a terminal category to insure that the present and future residents of the City of Orlando shall be able to enjoy the benefits of the natural environment.

    The provisions of this district are intended to conserve passive parks, recreational areas, open space, flood plains, and unique environmental features. Also, this district shall act to protect the natural resources of the City of Orlando, environmentally sensitive lands along stream and lake shores, and areas subject to erosion. Finally, the district shall restrict the development of lands upon which a more intensive development would be environmentally detrimental to adjacent or nearby lands.

(Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25094)