(A) It is the objective of this chapter to control soil erosion and sedimentation caused by development activities in the village. Measures taken to control erosion and sedimentation should be adequate to assure that sediment is not transported from the site by a storm event of ten-year frequency or less.
(B) The following principles shall apply to all development activities within the village and to the preparation of the submissions required under § 153.18.
(1) Development should be related to the topography and soils of the site so as to create the least potential for erosion. Areas of steep slopes where high cuts and fills may be required should be avoided wherever possible, and natural contours should be followed as closely as possible.
(2) Natural vegetation should be retained and protected wherever possible. Areas immediately adjacent to natural watercourses should be left undisturbed wherever possible.
(3) The smallest practical area of land should be exposed for the shortest practical time during development.
(4) Sediment basins, debris basins, desilting basins, or silt traps or filters should be installed and maintained to remove sediment from run-off waters from land undergoing development.
(5) The selection of erosion and sedimentation control measures should be based on assessment of the probable frequency of climatic and other events likely to contribute to erosion, and on evaluation of the risks, costs and benefits involved.
(6) In the design of erosion control facilities and practices, aesthetics and the requirements of continuing maintenance should be considered.
(7) Provision should be made to accommodate the increased run-off caused by changed soil and surface conditions during and after development. Drainage ways should be designed so that their final gradients and the resultant velocities of discharges will not create additional erosion.
(8) Permanent vegetation and structures should be installed as soon as practical during development.
(2000 Code, § 154.03) (Ord. 1141, passed 5-17-1982)