Existing natural features, such as trees, woodlots, watercourses, historic spots and similar irreplaceable assets which add value to residential development and enhance the attractiveness of the community, shall be preserved in the design of the subdivision, insofar as possible. No structure shall be located in a floodplain except in accordance with the Zoning Code and the rules of the Water Resources Commission of the Department of Natural Resources. Alteration of a floodplain shall only be allowed based upon a plan approved by the City and the Water Resources Commission, and only as long as the floodplain's original discharge capacity is preserved and the revised stream flow does not affect the riparian rights of other owners. Restrictive deed covenants shall be filed and recorded with the final plat, provided that the floodplain area will be left essentially in its natural state.
(Ord. 421. Passed 6-1-82.)