This Chapter contains the regulations for the Watercourse Zone
established by the City.
(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996)
The purpose of the Watercourse Zone is to restrict development
in identified flood- plain areas, and minimize increases in runoff,
erosion, and siltation of watercourse areas that may adversely impact
drainage requirements.
(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996)
No structure shall be located, constructed, or substantially
improved; and no land form modifications may occur on properties which
are within watercourse designations, unless such structures constitute
flood control improvements approved by the flood control district
and such improvements will not substantially impede the flow of water
or result in any increase in flood levels during the occurrence of
the one hundred (100) year flood discharge. Non-habitable structures
may be exempted from this requirement upon approval of the flood control
district.
Pursuant to a Conditional Use Permit, the following uses may
be authorized if it is deemed that they are compatible with maintaining
the natural condition of the property and are consistent with the
General Plan:
(a)
Game preserve, scientific and educational facilities (public or private)
or study programs.
(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996; Ord. 414 § 2, 1998)
Prior to the issuance of any building permits or approval of
a Conditional Use Permit, the applicant shall submit grading and erosion
control plans, and a hydrology study which shall be approved by the
City Engineer. The plans and study shall illustrate how the flood
capacity of the watercourse will be preserved, and that there will
not be any substantial increase in runoff, erosion or siltation.
(Ord. 387 § 1, 1996)
