The purpose of this chapter is to set forth the minimum requirements for storm water management that will diminish threats to public health, safety, public and private property, and natural resources of the city by establishing performance standards including:
(A) Protect life and property from dangers and damages associated with flooding;
(B) Protect public and private property from damage resulting from runoff or erosion;
(C) Control the annual runoff rates from post-development site conditions to match the annual runoff rates from pre-development site conditions;
(D) Promote site design that minimizes the generation of storm water and maximizes pervious areas for storm water treatment;
(E) Promote regional storm water management by watershed;
(F) Provide a single, consistent set of performance standards that apply to all developments;
(G) Protect water quality from nutrients, pathogens, and toxic debris;
(H) Promote infiltration and groundwater recharge;
(I) Protect or improve the water quality of local lakes, wetlands, and water bodies;
(J) Protect and enhance fish, wildlife, and habitat and recreational opportunities; and
(K) Control runoff volume resulting from development and, where feasible, apply appropriate infiltration practices.
(Ord. 7, passed 5-10-2016)