In implementing these regulations the Community Engineer or other Community officials may consult with the local county SWCD, state and federal agencies and other technical experts as necessary. Any costs associated with such consultations may be assessed to the owner or his or her designated representative.
(a) Issuance of Building Permits for Residential Districts.
(1) Building permits must be issued prior to start of construction.
(2) No significant grade disturbances may proceed prior to inspection and approval by the City of related SCM’s.
(b) Construction Site Conservation Plan: In order to control stormwater damage and sediment pollution of water resources, wetlands, riparian areas, other natural areas, and public and private lands, the owner of each development area shall be responsible for developing a comprehensive Construction Site Conservation Plan. This plan will address stormwater management (volume and peak rate of runoff), soil erosion, sediment and other wastes control. This plan must contain a description of controls appropriate for each construction operation covered by these regulations, and the operator must implement the planned controls in a timely manner. The plan and SCMs used to satisfy the conditions of these regulations shall meet the standards and specifications in the current edition of the Ohio Rain Water and Land Development Manual. The plan must make use of the practices that preserve the existing natural condition to the Maximum Extent Practicable. The plan shall identify the subcontractors engaged in activities that could impact stormwater runoff. The Construction Site Conservation Plan shall contain signatures from all of the identified subcontractors indicating that they have been informed and understand their roles and responsibilities in complying with the Construction Site Conservation Plan.
(Ord. 70-2016. Passed 6-13-17.)