A. One of zoning's most important functions is the division of land uses into districts which have similar character and contain compatible uses. All uses permitted in any district have generally similar nuisance characteristics. Bufferyards act to minimize the negative impact of any future use on neighboring uses.
B. Bufferyards shall be required to separate different zoning districts from each other and to separate uses within the same zoning district that may have different impact characteristics in order to eliminate or minimize potential nuisances such as dirt, litter, noise, glare of lights, signs and unsightly buildings or parking areas or to provide spacing to reduce adverse impacts of noise, odor or danger from fires or explosions. Mature woodlands are considered the best buffers and should be used whenever possible.
