(A) Qualifications. All site plans shall be prepared by a qualified registered North Carolina professional engineer, surveyor, soil scientist or landscape architect, and the engineer, surveyor, soil scientist or landscape architect shall perform services only in their area of competence, and shall verify that the designs and plans are sufficient to comply with applicable standards and policies found in the Design Manual, and that the designs and plans ensure compliance with this chapter.
(B) As-built plans, inspection and final approval.
(1) Upon completion of a project, and before a certificate of occupancy shall be granted, the applicant shall certify that the completed project is in accordance with the approved plans and designs, and shall submit actual "as built" plans for all stormwater management facilities or practices after final construction is completed.
(2) The plans shall show the final design specifications for all stormwater management facilities and practices and the field location, size, depth, and planted vegetation of all measures, controls, and devices, as installed. The designer of the stormwater management measures and plans shall certify, under seal, that the as-built stormwater measures, controls, and devices are in compliance with the approved plans and designs and with the requirements of this chapter.
(3) The city shall have the authority, upon presentation of proper credentials, to enter and inspect any land, building, structure, or premises to ensure compliance with this chapter. A final inspection and approval by the city shall occur before the release of any performance securities.
(C) Enforcement and violations. Enforcement is authorized by N.C.G.S. § 143-215.6A (civil penalties), N.C.G.S. § 143-215.6B (criminal penalties), and N.C.G.S. § 143- 215.6C (injunctive relief). If the property owner fails to comply with the requirements of this chapter, the city may seek the equitable remedies, including injunctive relief and order of abatement, as authorized by N.C.G.S. § 160A-175.
(Ord. 23-O-07, passed 4-10-2023)