A. The boundary lines of the special study areas shown on the geologic hazards' maps shall be determined by use of the scale appearing on the map. Maps intend to represent generalized scientific information designed to indicate areas where hazards may exist and where geologic hazards studies are required. Because the geologic hazards study area maps are prepared at a non-site specific scale, hazards may exist that are not shown on the geologic hazards study area maps. A site that is not shown in a geologic hazards study area for a particular hazard does not exempt the applicant from considering the hazard if evidence is found that it may exist. If it is subsequently determined that the site features a geologic hazard not represented on the geologic hazards study area maps, the review process will be pursuant to this chapter.
B. Geologic hazards study area maps may be updated and amended by the city as per Chapter 13.07 if found to be inaccurate or in error, or as new methods or data are developed to better define areas of potential hazards.
C. Where geologic hazards study area maps are thought by an applicant to be inaccurate or in error and require revision, the applicant shall submit to the city technical evidence by a qualified professional supporting the claim and showing the proposed revision. The city will review the information and render a decision. The applicant may appeal that decision to the city council. (Ord. 2021-26, 10-14-2021)