The following activities do not require a permit under this chapter:
A. Excavation for a foundation, cellar, or basement of a building if a building permit has been issued.
B. Grading a lot in conjunction with building if a building permit has been issued.
C. Excavation by the federal, state, county, or city government in connection with construction or maintenance of roads, highways, or utilities.
D. Curb cuts, utility hookups, or street openings for which another permit has been issued by the city.
E. Excavation of less than one thousand (1,000) cubic yards in a calendar year.
F. Excavation of less than one hundred (100) square feet of surface area in a calendar year.
G. Excavation or grading for agricultural purposes.
H. Excavation or grading in accordance with a development contract approved under the city's subdivision ordinance. If the development contract requires that a letter of credit or other security be posted, the letter of credit or other security must be posted before any excavation takes place. (Ord. 375, sec. 1, 5-1-1989)
I. Excavations within city right of way by permit issued under chapter 15 of this title. (Ord. 752, sec. 2, 12-15-2003)