Drainage channels that exist within the city are essential for the maintenance of the health and general welfare of the people. Any encroachment upon filling or the destruction of channels is a violation of this Zoning Code. In order to provide for the development of property for its best use, the engineer of jurisdiction, subject to the approval of the City Planning Commission, shall decide what facilities are adequate to maintain the primary purpose of the drainage channel.
(Ord. 1-91, passed 3-4-1991)