§ 18-346. Storm damage precautions.

(a)

That period between October 1 and April 15 is found and determined to be the period in which heavy rainfall normally occurs in the city. During this period, no grading work in excess of 250 cubic yards may be commenced on any single grading site if the building official determines by inspection that such work will endanger the public health or safety.

(b)

If grading operations are to be conducted during such period, plans for erosion control devices shall be submitted to the building official and design approval obtained not later than October 1.

(c)

Any person performing grading operations during such period shall put into effect all safety precautions that are necessary to protect public and private property and accessways. All loose dirt shall be removed from the grading site, and adequate antierosion or drainage devices, debris basins, or other safety devices shall be installed to protect persons and property from damage of any kind. All temporary erosion control devices, including desilting basins, shall be installed and shall be operative not later than November 1 of each year.

(Ord. No. 99-11, § 3(16A.52.060), 6-16-1999)