(A) The development of the subdivision shall be based on an analysis of environmental characteristics of the site. To the maximum extent possible, development shall be located so as to preserve the natural features of the site, avoid areas of environmental sensitivity and minimize negative impacts on and alteration of natural features.
(B) The following specific areas should be preserved as undeveloped open space, to the extent consistent with reasonable utilization of the land, in accordance with other applicable state or local regulations:
(1) Wetlands, as defined in § 404, Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amendments of 1972, being 33 U.S.C. § 1344, subject to field verification by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers or other agency authorized to make such determination;
(2) Lands subject to flooding, pursuant to § 153.492;
(3) Slopes in excess of 15% unless appropriate engineering methods are employed to address erosion, stability and resident safety; and
(4) Historically significant structures and/or sites as listed on, or eligible for inclusion on, the National Register of Historic Places.
(2003 Code, § 153.481) (Ord. 3459, § 37.02, passed 3-7-2002) Penalty, see § 153.999