(A) Stream buffer. A minimum of 60-foot vegetative buffer is required along all perennial surface waters indicated on the most recent versions of USGS 1:24,000 (7.5 minute) scale topographical maps. A Town representative shall be responsible for determination if surface waters are perennial or intermittent. Desirable artificial stream bank or shoreland stabilization is permitted.
(B) Development in buffers. No new development shall be allowed in the buffer, except water dependent structures and public projects such as road crossings, utility extensions and greenways where no practical alternative exists. These activities should minimize built-upon surface area, direct runoff away from the surface water and maximize the utilization of stormwater best management practices (BMPs).
(C) Effective date. This section shall become effective on the date of adoption.
(Res. passed 4-30-2001)