§ 11-81. Intent; introduction; purpose.  


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  • It is the intent of the city to safeguard the health, welfare and safety of the citizens of the city by implementing standards and procedures for the physical alteration of land. The provisions of this article are supplemental to and are not intended to supersede any federal or state regulations.

    The purpose of the regulations contained in this article are to control grading, filling, and cutting (or similar activities) which alone or in combination may cause landslides, flooding, degradation of water quality, erosion, sedimentation and potential damage to utility lines. This article is also intended to protect the existing scenic character and quality of the city and its neighborhoods.

(Ord. No. 27-06, § 1, 3-21-06)