The Director may approve a FHDP pursuant to this chapter (and Section 8-4.404 of the County Code ) only if all of the following findings are made:
(a) The proposed in-channel activity is consistent with any County-administered general permits from other agencies of jurisdiction (see Section 10-3.403); or alternatively, that all other state and federal permits have been obtained.
(b) Any sand and gravel removed from the channel is a result of the proposed in-channel activity is necessary for one or more of the following reasons:
(i) to maintain flood flow capacity
(ii) to protect existing structures, infrastructure, and/or farmland
(iii) to minimize bank erosion
(iv) to implement the Channel Form Template
(c) The proposed in-channel activity will protect sensitive biological resources.
(d) The proposed in-channel activity is consistent with the requirements of both the CCRMP and the CCIP, and with the requirements of Section 8-4.404 of County Code.
(e) Existing flooding problems are not exacerbated by the proposed in-channel activity. (as amended by Ord. 1518, eff. February 13, 2020)