(a) Any development that is otherwise authorized under the codes, ordinances, and regulations of the village may occur in the slope transition area, but only upon the Director's review and approval of an application therefor pursuant to this article. In addition, any structure or addition that meets all applicable zoning requirements may be built in the Slope Transition Area upon obtaining the necessary permits pursuant to Section 9-116 and provided that the structure and construction techniques adhere to the Development Standards in Section 9-115.
(b) In addition, retaining walls and other structures which are necessary for slope stabilization may be constructed in the slope transition area in the manner approved by the Director of Public Works and in accordance with the following additional standards:
(1) Retaining walls shall not be used to increase table land.
(2) Retaining walls shall not be used to create a shelf or other table area within the slope transition area.
(c) Backfilling of a retaining wall is allowed only as necessary for slope stabilization.
(Ord. No. 2013-13-3343)