Disturbance to important wildlife habitat features such as nest areas and essential cover associated with riparian and/or hedgerow areas shall be avoided. This shall include the sensitive siting of activities associated with the mining and reclamation operations away from important wildlife habitat. Such activities may include but shall not be limited to haul roads, soil stockpiles, and equipment storage/operational areas. Essential habitat for special-status species shall be protected and enhanced, or replaced in accordance with a habitat restoration plan prepared by a qualified biologist. (§ 2, Ord. 1276, eff. December 6, 2001)