(A) For the purpose of this section, the following definition shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
MINING. The extraction of sand, gravel, rock, soil, or other material from the land in the amount of 400 cubic yards or more and the removal from the site without processing.
(B) Persons shall be permitted to mine in all zoning districts only upon issuance of a conditional use permit following a public hearing.
(C) Application for the permit shall include a land rehabilitation plan for a finished grade which will not adversely affect the surrounding land or future development of the site on which the mining is conducted; an approved route for trucks hauling to and from the site; and adequate safeguards and protection against danger to life and property.
(D) Production, processing, or excavating shall not be conducted closer than 75 feet to the boundary of adjoining property. Excavating shall not be done closer than 150 feet to the public right-of-way, except in order to reduce the elevation thereof in conformity to the existing platted street, road, or highway.
(Ord. 134/94, passed 3-24-94) Penalty, see § 10.99