11-4-3: EROSION HAZARD AREAS:
Alteration of a site containing a critical erosion hazard area shall meet the following requirements:
   A.   All alteration proposals shall submit an erosion control plan consistent with this section prior to receiving approval.
   B.   Clearing on erosion hazard areas is allowed from April 1 to November 1 only.
   C.   Only that clearing necessary to install temporary sedimentation and erosion control measures shall occur prior to clearing for roadways or utilities.
   D.   Clearing limits for roads, water, wastewater, and stormwater utilities, and temporary erosion control facilities shall be marked in the field and approved by Orting prior to any alteration of existing native vegetation.
   E.   The authorized clearing for roads and utilities shall be the minimum necessary to accomplish project specific engineering designs and shall remain within approved rights of way.
   F.   All trees and understory shall be retained on lots or parcels provided that understory damaged during approved clearing operations may be pruned or replaced. (1973 Code § 15.24.030)