(a) The purpose of this chapter is to provide for the effective management of stormwater systems within the City.
(b) In order to accomplish the purpose of effective management of a stormwater system within the City, this chapter shall:
(1) Provide for administration, operation, maintenance and inspection of existing stormwater management facilities;
(2) Provide for the establishment and implementation of a master plan for future stormwater management facilities;
(3) Provide procedures for design, construction and inspection of proposed stormwater management facilities;
(4) Protect the public health, safety and welfare by providing a mechanism for mitigating the damaging effects of existing uncontrolled and unplanned stormwater runoff; and
(5) Clarify the responsibilities of the City and private property owners as to the maintenance of elements of a stormwater system.
(c) In order to maintain the effectiveness of this chapter, it shall:
(1) Establish a mechanism for appeals and amendments to its provisions;
(2) Provide a procedure for abatement of conditions or activities which are not in the interest of the public health, safety or welfare;
(3) Provide for its continuous validity through severability of its various portions; and
(4) Provide penalties for violations of its provisions.
(Ord. A-1947. Passed 3-14-94.)