(A) Protection of the short-term and long-term public health, safety and general welfare. This objective will be achieved by:
(1) Providing for regulation and management of the city's stormwater system, including public and private facilities in the city's jurisdiction; and
(2) Protecting and preserving water quality and fish and wildlife habitat within the city.
(B) Compliance with state and federal stormwater regulations developed pursuant to the Clean Water Act Amendments of 1987 and subsequent amendments. The objectives of these regulations include:
(1) Managing the quality of water discharged to the municipal separate storm sewer system by controlling the contribution of pollution and pollutants associated with new development and redevelopment; and
(2) Protecting or enhancing stormwater quality to a level of "designated use", as defined by the Clean Water Act §§ 305(b) and 303(d), being 33 U.S.C. §§ 1315(b) and 1313(d).
(C) Damage. To minimize damage to public facilities and utilities.
(D) Maintenance costs. To ensure the use of the public and private stormwater management system so as not to result in excessive maintenance costs to the city.
(E) Preservation of natural areas. To encourage the use of natural and aesthetically pleasing designs that maximize the preservation of natural areas.
(F) Plan development. To guide the construction of stormwater management facilities by developing stormwater master plans that address quantity and quality.
(G) Preservation of floodplains and the like. To encourage the preservation of floodplains, floodways and open spaces to protect and benefit the community's quality of life and natural resources.
(Ord. G-06-12, passed 4-20-2006)