Item 9: Ordinance Concerning Stormwater Development Standards

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39 ATTACHMENT A: page of 40 ? Refinement Plan Policies: The above-described stormwater development standards are consistent with following refinement plan policies: Comprehensive Stormwater Management Plan Policies: 1.1 Incorporate the beneficial functions (flood control, stormwater conveyance, water quality treatment) of natural resources into the City’s storm drainage system. 1.2 Maintain flood control, drainage, and water quality treatment capacities along the City’s stormwater conveyance corridors while protecting and enhancing the health, diversity and continuity for wildlife habitat, native vegetation, and endangered species. 1.4 Amend existing regulations and administrative policies and practices to be consistent with the goals and policies of the Stormwater Plan. 1.5 Develop new design standards and maintenance practices that meet the multiple objectives of the Stormwater Plan. 1.8 Evaluate the effectiveness and appropriateness of a variety of surface water management facilities for meeting the multiple objectives of this plan. 2.1 Meet or exceed federal flood hazard requirements. 2.2 Protect adjoining land uses from flood and drainage hazards. 2.3 Maximize the capacity of existing stormwater facilities especially where deficiencies exist by encouraging the use of techniques that lower and slow the rate of stormwater runoff. 3.1 Meet or exceed federal and state stormwater quality requirements especially where they conform with existing local policy. 3.3 Reduce stormwater pollution associated with new construction and development, soil erosion, improper use of stormwater facilities, and city operations and maintenance practices. 3.4 Evaluate the effectiveness of stormwater quality management measures. 4.1 Maintain the stormwater system through techniques and practices that balance flood control, drainage services, water quality, and natural resource protection needs. Exhibit A to Ordinance No. ___ Findings of Consistency