Why does the City of Broken Arrow have a Zoning Code?
The zoning code is a local law prescribing how and for what purpose each parcel of land in a community may be used. Its purpose is to maintain conformity and segregation of the various land uses. For example, industrial use is not compatible with residential use because of the inherent and obvious dangers associated with industrial activities. Many times, industrial uses include manufacturing with chemicals and materials that would endanger the inhabitants of residentially zoned property. Likewise, a salvage yard full of dismantled vehicles is not compatible with residential living.
