The development of the subdivision shall be based on an analysis of environmental characteristics of the site. To the maximum extent possible, development shall be located so as to preserve the natural features of the site, avoid areas of environmental sensitivity, and minimize negative impacts on and alteration of natural features. The following specific areas shall be preserved as undeveloped open space, to the extent consistent with reasonable utilization of the land, in accordance with other applicable state or local regulations:
(a) Wetlands, as defined in Section 404, Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amendments of 1972, subject to field verification by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, or other agency authorized to make such determinations;
(b) Significant trees or wooded areas, defined as the largest known individual trees of each species in the state, large trees approaching the diameter of the known largest trees or species or groups of trees that are rare to the area or of particular horticultural or landscape value;
(d) Slopes in excess of fifteen percent (15%) unless appropriate engineering methods are employed to address erosion, stability and resident safety;
(e) Historically significant structures and/or sites, as listed on, or eligible for inclusion, on the National Register of Historic Places;
(Ord. 5-01. Passed 2-26-01.)