(A) In the development of a subdivision, the sub-divider shall apply best management practices, with both temporary and permanent measures, during all phases of clearing, grading and construction in order to minimize the amount of sediment flowing into a public or private surface ditch, subsurface drainage, stream, river or lake, or onto an adjoining property. Sediment control shall follow the standards and specifications in Rainwater and Land Development, Second Edition, 1996, ODNR, or any later version that is published as an update.
(B) When a proposed development area consists of one or more acres of earth-disturbing activities, the owner of record shall develop and submit to the OEPA for review and approval, a soil erosion and sedimentation control plan. Such a plan shall contain sufficient information, drawings and notes to describe how soil erosion and off-site sedimentation will be kept to a minimum, both during and after construction. The soil and erosion control plan shall have OEPA approval before the final plat is submitted to the Planning Commission.
(C) When a proposed development area involves less than one acre of earth-disturbing activities, it is not necessary to submit a soil erosion and sedimentation control plan; however, the sub-divider shall comply with the standards and specifications in Rainwater and Land Development, Second Edition, 1996, ODNR, or any later version that is published as an update. Upon request, submittal of specific soil erosion and sedimentation prevention measures to be or being implemented may be required to determine compliance.
(D) Soil erosion and sedimentation control plans shall be certified by a professional engineer registered in the state before being submitted to the City Manager for review and approval.
(Prior Code, § 23.07.04) Penalty, see § 151.999