(A) Subsequent to approval of a preliminary plat, the developer or landowner must apply for a grading and excavation permit from the Public Works Director or such other agency or person as the City Council shall direct, and upon receipt of such permit, may commence construction to the grades and elevations required by the approved preliminary plat. No excavation, grading or fill may be done without first obtaining a grading and excavation permit from the Public Works Director or his or her designee.
(B) Whenever the Public Works Director determines that any existing excavation or embankment or fill on private property has become a hazard to life or endangers the property of others, or adversely affects the safety, use or stability of a public way or drainage channel, the owner of the property upon which such excavation or fill is located, or other person or agent in control of said property, upon receipt of notice in writing from the Public Works Director or his or her designee, shall, within the period specified therein, repair or eliminate such excavation or embankment to eliminate the hazard and to be in conformance with the requirements of this chapter.
(C) The application for a grading and excavation permit shall state the estimated quantities of work involved. If there are multiple sites, a separate permit shall be obtained for each site. Such permit is subject to a permit fee as set by resolution per the City Council.
(D) Grading or excavation in excess of 1,000 cubic yards shall be performed in accordance with an approved grading plan prepared by a civil engineer. For grading or excavation involving less than 1,000 cubic yards, an approved grading plan prepared by a civil engineer may be required when the Public Works Director or his or her designee determines that unique hazards or special conditions exist.
(E) Application for a grading and excavation permit must be accompanied by two sets of plans and specifications and supporting data consisting of a soils engineering report and engineering geology report. The plans and specifications shall be prepared and signed by an individual licensed by the state to prepare such plans or specifications when required by the Public Works Director. Specifications shall contain information covering construction and materials requirements.
(Prior Code, § Q-12-408) (Ord. 989, passed - -) Penalty, see § 158.99