(A) It shall be the responsibility of the property owner to secure necessary concurrent permits such as Pollution Control Agency, state waste disposal permits; Health Department permits; Corps of Engineers permits, Department of Natural Resources (DNR) public water permits, DNR water appropriation permits; and the county. Approval by the city does not imply approval by other agencies.
(B) The city will prepare an environmental assessment worksheet (EAW) where a proposed project exceeds the limits defined in the Environmental Quality Board’s Rules and Regulations for Environmental review program, as requested by the Planning Commission, or as successfully petitioned by the public. Costs for preparation of the EAW shall be paid by the property owner as per the provisions in § 152.276 of this chapter.
(C) The administration of an EAW or environmental impact statement (EIS) shall be in accordance with the rules and regulations of the state’s Environmental Quality Board. The Zoning Administrator shall be responsible to the City Council and shall have the authority to administer the environmental document. The Planning Commission shall review each document and make recommendations to the City Council, whose decision on the matter shall be final.
(Ord. 332, passed 5-19-2008)