(A) The use of sinkholes or subterranean water channels for direct drainage of excess storm water shall not be permitted although they may be used to drain a storm water storage area. The introduction of any foreign matter or the filling, clogging, or interfering with the natural drainage capabilities of the sinkholes shall not be permitted.
(B) Any person, firm, or corporation proposing alterations, improvements, or other disturbances of any sinkholes or known subterranean water channel must submit plans to the Code Enforcement Officer showing that the disturbance would not interfere with the drainage capability. Also included in the plans, erosion control methods must be shown for any activities that might create erosion or soil sedimentation.
(C) Sinkholes shall not be altered or covered in any way that would negatively affect the drainage capabilities of the sinkhole. Development within the 100-year floodplain of a sinkhole shall not be permitted.
(Ord. 16-04, passed 5-16-16)