(a) Structures. New structures shall not visually impair significant ridgeline silhouettes as identified within the Hillside Overlay and Significant Ridgeline Map. Structures are not permitted closer to a significant ridgeline than 50 feet measured vertically on a cross-section or 100 feet horizontally on a topographic map from the highest pad elevation, whichever is more restrictive.
(b) Grading. Grading is prohibited within 50 feet measured vertically on a cross-section or 100 feet horizontally on a topographic map from the crest of a ridgeline or significant ridgeline.
(Ord. 112, passed 3-4-2009)