Land-disturbing activity in connection with construction in, on, over, or under a lake or natural watercourse shall be planned and conducted in such a manner as to minimize the extent and duration of disturbance of the stream channel. The relocation of a lake, stream or other watercourse where relocation is an essential part of the proposed activity, shall be planned and executed so as to minimize changes in the lake, stream or other watercourse flow characteristics, except when justification acceptable to the City for significant alteration to flow characteristic is provided.
(Ord. O-2002-18, passed 4-2-02)