8.6.1 Purpose. The purpose of this Section is:
8.6.1 Purpose. The purpose of this Section is: 1. to promote a more efficient use of land in harmony with its natural features; 2. to preserve common open land for conservation, agriculture, open space, and recreational use; 3. to preserve historical and archaeological resources and to protect existing or potential municipal water supplies, all in accordance with the general intent of the Zoning By-laws to protect and promote the health, safety, convenience and general welfare of the inhabitants of the Town of Canton.