Only the following buildings, structures, uses, and related soil disturbing activities may be permitted within a riparian setback without a zoning certificate:
(a) Recreational activities: fishing, hunting, picnicking, picnic tables, picnic shelters, and wildlife observation areas; trails, walkways, and paths for non-motorized vehicles constructed of pervious materials;
(b) Removal of damaged or diseased trees: damaged or diseased trees and other associated debris may be removed;
(c) Maintenance and repairs: maintenance and repair on buildings, structures, roads, driveways, bridges, culverts, trails, walkways, paths, wastewater treatment plants and appurtenances, storm sewers, and all other buildings, structures, and uses lawfully existing at the time of passage of this regulation, as covered by Chapter 1149, or permitted in the riparian setback under this chapter or through the granting of a variance;
(d) Maintenance and cultivation of lawns, and landscaping: the maintenance of existing, and the cultivation of new lawns, landscaping, shrubbery, and trees;
(e) On-site waste water treatment plants: on-site waste water treatment plans subject to the regulations enforced by the County General Health District or the Ohio EPA; and
(f) Revegetation and/or reforestation: the revegetation and/or reforestation of the riparian setback so long as species of shrubs and vines recommended by CSWCD for stabilizing flood prone areas along streams within the county are utilized.
(Ord. 06-17, passed 3-30-2017)