The following standards shall be applied in the subdivision and construction of land areas:
(A) The development shall conform to the natural limitations presented by topography and soil so as to create the least potential for soil erosion;
(B) Natural plant covering shall be retained and protected so far as is consistent with development of the site;
(C) When soil is exposed, the exposure shall be for the shortest feasible period of time;
(D) Land shall be developed in increments of workable size such that adequate erosion and siltation controls can be provided as construction progresses. The smallest practical area of land shall be exposed at any one period of time;
(E) Erosion and siltation control measures shall be coordinated with the different stages of development. Appropriate control measures shall be installed prior to development when necessary to control erosion;
(F) Provision shall be made to effectively accommodate the increased runoff caused by changed soil and surface conditions during and after development;
(G) Sediment basins, debris basins, desilting basins or silt traps shall be installed and maintained to remove sediment from runoff waters undergoing development;
(H) Temporary vegetation or where appropriate mulching or other non-viable cover shall be used to protect areas exposed during development;
(I) Where the topsoil is removed, sufficient arable soil shall be set aside for respreading over the developed area. The soil shall be restored to a depth of four inches and shall be of a quality at least equal to the soil quality prior to development; and
(J) Permanent, final plant covering or structures shall be installed as soon as possible.
(1994 Code, § 34-2-12)