This Article 7 is promulgated under the authority of sections 26.177 and 26.180, Texas Water Code. The City Engineer shall have the authority to administer the provisions of this Article 7.
(Ordinance 475 adopted 6/28/22)
A. 
This Article 7 shall apply to all territory within the City Limits and Extraterritorial Jurisdiction of the City.
B. 
Any person proposing development of land or property within the jurisdiction of the City is subject to the provisions of this Article 7.
C. 
This Article 7 also applies to individual Buildings, Structures, Subdivisions, excavation and fill operations, and similar activities.
(Ordinance 475 adopted 6/28/22)
The drainageways and creek areas of the City are subject to the potential for flooding and periodic pollution that may result in the loss of life and property, health and safety hazards, disruption of commerce and governmental services and extraordinary public expenditures for pollution reduction and protection, all of which adversely affect the public health, safety, and general welfare.
A. 
All watersheds within the City’s jurisdiction are undergoing development or are facing development pressure, which, if not properly regulated, can adversely impact stormwater drainage and quality.
B. 
All watersheds within the City’s jurisdiction, and especially those with abrupt topography, sparse vegetation, and thin and easily disturbed soil, are vulnerable to stormwater drainage and quality degradation resulting from development activities.
C. 
The development of land may cause large quantities of soil to be displaced and transported to downstream locations. This soil displacement can create significant soil erosion, degradation of the water quality, and sedimentation problems affecting both stormwater drainage and quality. Erosion is a dangerous activity in that it contaminates water supplies and water resources, and results in loss of land and potentially threatens property and structural damage. A buildup of sediment degrades water quality, destroys valuable environmental resources, and clogs watercourses and storm drains.
D. 
The continued economic growth of the City is dependent on adequate quality and quantity of water, a pleasing natural environment, and recreational opportunities in close proximity to the City.
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Specifically, creek and floodplain areas in the City are valuable resources to the citizens of the City in that they provide recreational opportunities, improve the aesthetics of the community, convey stormwater runoff and filter water pollutants.
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If watersheds within the City’s jurisdiction are not developed in a sensitive manner, their water resources, natural environment, and recreational characteristics will be irreparably damaged. As valuable resources, creeks and floodplains warrant protection.
G. 
The City is located within the Edwards Aquifer Contributing Zone; therefore, water quality permitting may be required per TCEQ.
H. 
The City Council desires to adopt appropriate development rules and regulations for the purpose of protecting the stormwater drainage performance and water quality of the watersheds within the City’s jurisdiction.
(Ordinance 475 adopted 6/28/22)