Development of oil and/or natural gas resources on City-owned property shall comply with the following administrative policies established by Council and implemented by the Chief Building Official.
(a) All City-owned property under consideration for natural resource development shall undergo an environmental review. This review shall document the slopes, soils, water resources, and general environmental conditions on site as well as applicable City ordinances related to site development, such as Chapter 906 “Erosion and Sediment Control” and Chapter 913 “Comprehensive Storm Water Management.” The City may rely on outside agencies and consultants to perform and/or assist with the environmental review.
(b) The environmental review consistent with requirements of the ODNR and City Ordinances shall be accepted by Council prior to the acceptance of any bid to drill for oil and gas on City-owned properties.
(c) All relevant City ordinances, as well as recommendations from the environmental review as approved by Council, shall be included in the bid and lease contract.
(d) Any development of oil and/or natural gas on City-owned property shall comply with the requirements of Section 1521.05 of these regulations.
At such time as the City signs a lease for oil and gas development on City-owned property, the Fire Chief, Chief Building Official, and City Engineer shall provide access road and drainage specifications for the site and the Chief Building Official shall conduct site inspections during drilling activities and site safety inspections, at least annually.
(Ord. 2008-100. Passed 11-11-08.)