(a) Wetland Setbacks by Type.
(1) All buildings, accessory structures, and parking areas or lots shall be setback at least fifty (50) feet horizontally from the delineated edge of a Category 2 wetland.
(2) All buildings, accessory structures, and parking areas or lots shall be setback at least one hundred (100) feet horizontally from the delineated edge of a Category 3 wetland.
(3) In order to accommodate exceptional site conditions, the Planning Commission may permit limited grading, on a case-by-case basis, to within a distance of 50 feet from the delineated edge of any wetlands. All disturbed area shall be restored with native plantings and landscaping. This exception may be allowed as part of the Site Plan Review procedures as set forth in Section 1137.03.
(b) Wetland Delineation. Wetlands shall be delineated by a qualified professional under guidelines established by the US Army Corps of Engineers and Ohio Environmental Protection Agency and the delineation approved by the appropriate agencies. All wetland delineations shall also include the latest version of the Ohio Rapid Assessment Method for wetland evaluation approved at the time of application of the regulations.
(Ord. 2007-222. Passed 1-10-08.)