§ 152.002 FINDINGS OF FACT AND PURPOSE.

   (A)   This chapter regulates development in the flood hazard areas of the City of Mora. These flood hazard areas are subject to periodic inundation, which may result in loss of life and property, health and safety hazards, disruption of commerce and governmental services, extraordinary public expenditures for flood protection and relief, and impairment of the tax base. It is the purpose of this chapter to promote the public health, safety, and general welfare by minimizing these losses and disruptions.

   (B)   National Flood Insurance Program Compliance. This chapter is adopted to comply with the rules and regulations of the National Flood Insurance Program codified as 44 Code of Federal Regulations Parts 59 -78, as amended, so as to maintain the community's eligibility in the National Flood Insurance Program.

   (C)   This chapter is also intended to preserve the natural characteristics and functions of watercourses and flood plains in order to moderate flood and stormwater impacts, improve water quality, reduce soil erosion, protect aquatic and riparian habitat, provide recreational opportunities, provide aesthetic benefits and enhance community and economic development.

(Ord. 481, passed 2-16-2021)

GENERAL PROVISIONS

§ 152.010 LANDS TO WHICH CHAPTER APPLIES.

   This chapter applies to all lands within the jurisdiction of the City of Mora within the boundaries of the Floodway, Flood Fringe and General Flood Plain Districts. The boundaries of these districts are determined by scaling distances on the Flood Insurance Rate Map, or as modified in accordance with § 152.021.

   (A)   The Floodway, Flood Fringe and General Flood Plain Districts are overlay districts that are superimposed on all existing zoning districts. The standards imposed in the overlay districts are in addition to any other requirements in this chapter. In case of a conflict, the more restrictive standards will apply.

   (B)   Where a conflict exists between the flood plain limits illustrated on the official flood plain maps and actual field conditions, the flood elevations shall be the governing factor in locating the regulatory flood plain limits.

   (C)   Persons contesting the location of the district boundaries will be given a reasonable opportunity to present their case to the Planning Commission and to submit technical evidence.

(Ord. 481, passed 2-16-2021)