(A) The Sensitive Lands, Hillside and Mesa Tops Overlay Protection District shall apply to all lands identified to be sensitive by this subchapter. This district identifies additional development requirements for areas identified as sensitive lands, hillside and mesa top areas. The uses allowed by the underlying or base zoning district shall still apply, except that no commercial uses shall be permitted.
(B) The purpose of the Sensitive Lands, Hillside, and Mesa Tops Protection Overlay District is to protect the health, safety and general welfare of the residents of the town and to protect the unique visual and environmental character of all sensitive lands, hillside and mesa top areas by establishing procedures for the development of these areas. These procedures are intended to:
(1) Minimize adverse soils and slope instability;
(2) Decrease the potential for erosion;
(3) Reduce the adverse effects of grading, cut and fill operations;
(4) Prevent visual intrusions on hillsides and mesa tops and preserve visually significant areas;
(5) Preserve the natural character of sensitive lands, hillsides and mesa tops and preserve the most visually significant hillsides and mesa tops in their natural state;
(6) Require the location and design of building which provide for safety and enjoyment while recognizing the existing development constraints;
(7) Minimize the effects of grading, scarring and erosion effects of cutting, filling and other development activities; and
(8) Encourage development that is sensitive to the value and amenities of these areas.
(Ord. 46, passed 8-28-2001; Ord. 21D, passed 1-7-2004; Ord. 59, passed 5-8-2008, § 1201; Ord. 2021-2, passed - -2021)