20.26.040: STANDARDS FOR FLOOD CONTROL:
All subdivisions and subdivision amendments shall comply with the requirements of this section, any applicable requirements of Title 17, and the requirements of Chapter 18.68 of this code. Any applicable state or federal requirement shall also apply. This section shall be administered by the director of public utilities:
   A.   The subdivision design shall be consistent with the need to minimize flood damage;
   B.   Adequate drainage must be provided to reduce exposure to flood hazards;
   C.   All public utilities and facilities such as sewer, gas, electrical and water systems shall be located, elevated, or constructed to minimize or eliminate flood damage; and
   D.   The subdivider shall dedicate an access easement for storm and flood management that provides adequate access to perform flood control within any river, stream, creek, or similar water way or floodplain that enters or traverses the subdivision. (Ord. 73-23, 2023)