In the case Village of Belle Terre v. Boraas, what was the local ordinance aimed to achieve?

The local ordinance in the case of Village of Belle Terre v. Boraas was designed to reduce congestion in residential areas. The village sought to promote a certain type of residential living that would facilitate a peaceful and orderly environment by limiting the number of unrelated individuals who could reside together in a single dwelling. This aimed to maintain the character of the neighborhood, promoting fewer cars and less strain on public services, and ultimately enhancing the quality of life for residents. The ruling emphasized the importance of local governments' ability to impose zoning restrictions to manage land use effectively and achieve the objective of reducing congestion, making it clear that this type of regulation falls within the purview of municipal powers.