(a) All structures shall be constructed or located with a ground elevation such as to provide a sloping grade to cause the surface drainage to flow away from the walls of such structures.
(b) Grades on any lot upon which new construction or earth movement is to be carried out shall be related to existing grades and drainage systems such as to provide adequate drainage and not jeopardize such existing drainage systems. Such grades shall be approved in advance by the Building Official and such other authorities having jurisdiction over the system. Drawings and/or maps showing both existing and proposed elevations and grades shall be submitted in duplicate as the basis for approval. One (1) signed, approved copy shall be retained by the City and one (1) returned to the applicant in all such cases.
(Res. 24-95. Passed 2-13-95.)