HomeMy WebLinkAbout9C Bluff Ordinance Amend PresentationBluff & Steep Slopes
Zoning Text Amendment
May 23, 2016
City Council Meeting
Bluff Definition
Bluff Failures
Retaining Wall Failures
Example (Variance approval)
Before After
Proposed Ordinances
•Lateral Additions/Construction –DNR has created new rules to allow lateral
additions onto existing structures. (Maximum structural expansion into bluff
setback area is proposed at 500 sq. ft.)
•Engineering Report –Inclusion of waiver allowance under the terms of slope
stability analysis and clear, concise review requirements
•Stairways, Lift, and Landings –ordinance currently allows 4 foot width; would
include ability for construction into bluff slope rather than just elevated above
slope with the incorporation of improved drainage, erosion control, and slope
stability.
•Topographical Alterations/ Grading & Filling –allow for modifications of retaining
walls up to 4 feet in height; still no importing or exporting of materials without
variance approval
Example Plan
Text Amendment Criteria
•There is a public need for the amendments.
•The amendments will accomplish one or more of the
purposes of this Ordinance, the Comprehensive Plan, or
other adopted plans or policies of the City.
•The adoption of the amendment is consistent with State
and/or Federal requirements.
Questions / Comments
Bluff Ordinance Amendments