(A) On and after the effective date of this subchapter no person shall make any alteration to a structure or building or undertake new construction as defined in § 162.41 within the District without obtaining a permit issued, pursuant to the procedures set forth in § 162.46 certifying compliance with the applicable design standards for the district as set forth in § 162.48.
(B) The purpose of the district is to control development within the district in order to:
(1) Protect waterfront property as a valuable asset to the community in terms of quality of life and economic development;
(2) Protect public investment in the waterfront area;
(3) Create a character in the waterfront area that will stimulate private investment within the area;
(4) Enhance and encourage public enjoyment and use of waterfront scenic qualities and river activities;
(5) Encourage high quality development that is attractive to the public and enhances the waterfront’s appearance; and
(6) Encourage development that is sensitive to the area’s unique environmental qualities.
(C) The establishment of the district shall not be deemed to repeal or in any respect alter the provisions and requirements of the Floodplain Management Ordinance.
(Lou. Metro Ord. No. 66-2004, approved 6-3-2004; Lou. Metro Am. Ord. No. 265-2007, approved 11-26-2007; Lou. Metro Am. Ord. No. 194-2018, approved 10-30-2018)