The following operating standards shall be observed at any grading site permitted under this title:
A. Existing tree and ground cover shall be preserved to the extent feasible.
B. Noxious weeds shall be eradicated at the site. Upland and nonbuffer vegetation shall be kept mowed to twelve inches (12") maximum height to prevent weeds from going to seed and affecting neighboring properties.
C. The maximum noise level at the perimeter of the site shall be within the limits set by the Minnesota pollution control agency and the United States environmental protection agency.
D. Operators shall utilize all practical means to eliminate vibration on adjacent property from equipment operation.
E. Operators shall use all practical means to reduce the amount of dust, smoke, and fumes caused by the operations. When atmospheric or other conditions make it impossible to prevent dust from migrating off site, operations shall cease. (Ord. 30, 10-23-2008; amd. Ord. 298, 7-11-2024)