The construction and operation of ventilating shafts, mine portals, coal tipples, cleaning plants and/or mine waste disposal areas shall be permitted only if the requirements of this section are observed.
The following general provisions shall apply to the design, construction and maintenance of ventilating shafts, mine portals, coal tipples, cleaning plants and mine waste disposal areas:
(a) The operator of the coal mine shall submit copies of plans showing the proposed location and/or type of structure to be erected to the Board of Zoning Appeals for approval.
(b) With the exception of coal tipples, cleaning plants and mine waste disposal areas, the structure of all buildings shall harmonize as far as reasonably possible with the character of the structures in the district in which it is located.
(c) Parking areas for mine portals, coal tipples and cleaning plants shall conform with the provisions of Chapter 1161.
(d) Except as more specifically provided in areas around coal tipples, cleaning plants and mine waste disposal areas, the entire site shall be appropriately landscaped and maintained in good condition so as to protect the adjacent properties.
(e) With the exception of the mine waste disposal areas, the site and areas used shall, upon completion or discontinuation of mining operations, be left in a manner making them usable in accordance with the regulations applicable to the district in which they are located.