(A) This chapter applies to all lands within the jurisdiction of the city within the boundaries of the Floodway, Flood Fringe, or General Floodplain Districts. The boundaries of the zoning districts are determined by scaling distances on the flood insurance rate map, or as modified in accordance with division (C) below.
(B) The Floodway, Flood Fringe, and General Floodplain Districts are overlay districts that are superimposed on all existing zoning districts. The standards imposed in the overlay districts are in addition to any other requirements in this chapter, in case of a conflict, the more restrictive standards will apply.
(C) Where a conflict exists between the floodplain limits illustrated on the official floodplain maps and actual field conditions, the flood elevations shall be the governing factor in locating the regulatory floodplain limits.
(D) Persons contesting the location of the district boundaries will be given a reasonable opportunity to present their case to the Planning Commission and to submit technical evidence.
(Ord. 2017-03, passed 7-24-2017)