§ 20-1404. Topographic alterations/grading and filling.

(a)

An earthwork permit will be required for the movement of any material within bluff impact zones. The permit may be granted only if the proposed alteration does not adversely affect the bluff impact zone or other property. Permits may be granted if the proposed alteration complies with section 20-1402, and the following conditions are not present:

(1)

A moderate to severe erosion hazard classification as defined and mapped by the natural resources conservation service;

(2)

Existing gullies and/or escarpments are present on the subject property or in an area which the subject property is tributary to.

(b)

Topographic alterations/grading and filling within the bluff impact zone shall not be permitted to increase the rate of drainage and no concentrated flow conditions shall result from the alteration. The drainage from property within the bluff impact zone may not be redirected without a permit from the city. Fill or excavated material shall not be placed in bluff impact zones.

(Ord. No. 152, § 2, 10-14-91; Ord. No. 486, § 3, 10-12-09)