Where land proposed for subdivision is deemed environmentally sensitive by the city due to the existence of wetlands, drainageways, watercourses, floodable areas, significant trees, steep slopes or wooded areas, the design of said subdivision shall clearly reflect all necessary measures to ensure against adverse environmental impacts. (Ord. 847, sec. 4, 11-17-2008)
Based upon the necessity to control and maintain certain sensitive areas, the city shall determine whether said protection will be accomplished through lot enlargement and redesign or dedication of those sensitive areas in the form of outlots.
In general, measures of protection shall include design solutions that allow for construction and grading involving a minimum of alteration to sensitive areas. Such measures, when deemed appropriate by the city, may include, but shall not be limited to, the following:
A. The establishment of buffers designed consistent with adopted management plans, easements and/or outlots over wetlands, drainageways and watercourses. (Ord. 673, sec. 1, 7-17-2000)
B. The implementation of flood control measures, including stormwater basins and infiltration design standards as specified in adopted management plans. (Ord. 866, sec. 37, 5-17-2010)
C. The enlargement of lots or redesign of the subdivision. (Ord. 673, sec. 1, 7-17-2000)
D. The submission of a tree preservation plan subject to the review of the parks, recreation, and natural resources committee and the approval of the city council. (Ord. 698, sec. 5, 12-17-2001)
E. The utilization of appropriate erosion control measures subject to approval by the city engineer.
F. Soil testing to determine the ability of the proposed subdivision to support development.
G. The limitation of development on slopes steeper than three to one (3:1).
H. Structure conformance to the natural limitations presented by the topography and soil so as to create the least potential of soil erosion. (Ord. 673, sec. 1, 7-17-2000)