This subchapter contains the standards which govern the protection, disturbance, and mitigation of disruption of all natural resource and other permanently protected green space areas. The provisions of this subchapter are intended to supplement those of the City of Galena, Jo Daviess County, the State of Illinois, and the federal government of the United States which pertain to natural resource protection. This subchapter recognizes the important and diverse benefits which natural resource features provide in terms of protecting the health, safety, and general welfare of the community. Each of the following sections is oriented to each natural resource type, and is designed to accomplish several objectives:
(A) First, a definition of the natural resource is provided.
(B) Second, the specific purposes of the protective regulations governing each natural resource type are provided.
(C) Third, the required method of identifying and determining the boundaries of the natural resource area is given.
(D) Fourth, mandatory protection requirements are identified.
(E) Fifth, where permitted, mitigation standards are provided.
(Ord. O-05-04, passed 4-11-05)