For the purpose of this chapter, NATURAL RESOURCE EXTRACTION is the removal and any related on site processing of sand, fill dirt, clay, or topsoil (but not including sod production and/or removal) in quantities greater than 500 cubic yards. Such removal may be permitted by interim use permit provided the removal is pursuant to a development agreement, an approved planned unit development or other end use preparation for residential or commercial development. This regulation is not intended to apply to excavations for basements or footings nor where the Subdivision and Stormwater Pollution and Erosion Control ordinances are sufficient in the opinion of the City Engineer.
(Ord. 508, passed 9-12-16)