A. Establishment of Zones. In order to regulate uses of land, buildings and structures in conformance with the policies of the comprehensive land use plan, the city is divided into the residential zones in AMC 19.40.030, mixed-use zones in AMC 19.40.040, and industrial zones in AMC 19.40.050.

B. The purpose statements for each zone and map designation in the following sections must be used to guide the application of the zones and designations to all lands in the city. The purpose statements also must guide interpretation and application of land use regulations within the zones and designations, and any changes to the range of permitted uses within each zone through amendments to this title.