(a) Hillside or Hillside Area. The standards contained in this Chapter shall apply to the hillsides and hillside areas as defined in Section 9.15.020 and identified on the Hillside Overlay and Significant Ridgeline Map.
(b) Basis for Slope Determinations. For the purpose of this Chapter, slope shall be computed on the natural slope of the land before grading is commenced, as determined from a topographic map having a scale of not less than one inch equals 40 feet and a contour interval of not more than two feet.
(c) Hillside and Ridgeline Development Permit. All projects not specifically exempted within Section 9.15.040 or by the Building Official shall comply with the Hillside and Ridgeline Development Permit process as described in this Chapter.
(Ord. 112, passed 3-4-2009)