In view of section 8-6-1 of this chapter, the purposes and objectives of this chapter are to:
A. Provide and maintain a storm water system for handling storm water runoff;
B. Provide for the establishment of fair, equitable and nondiscriminatory rates and charges for a storm water system and related services which will generate sufficient revenue for operating, improving and maintaining the storm water utility at a level commensurate with storm water management needs. The rates and charges shall be determined by considering needed revenues and the amount of impervious surface on developed parcels and the respective storm water runoff characteristic of the parcel, and apply said rates and charges for the same class of customers; and
C. Establish a policy that present and future rates and charges for this service should be fixed with consideration of the differences in cost fairly allocated to the various customers based upon such factors as the intensity of development of the parcel; the types of development on the parcel; the cost of maintenance, operation, repair and improvements of the various parts of the utility; the quantity and quality of the runoff generated; and other factors which present a reasonable basis for distinction and which will allow for management of the storm drainage system in a manner that protects the public health, safety and welfare. (Ord. 04-2, 1-27-2004, eff. 2-16-2004)