§ 110-5. Permit for clearing or filling land.

(a)

Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this section, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this subsection, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Clearing means the cutting of trees, the removal or relocation of existing vegetation or other existing site features. Mowing grass or other ground covering on the property or general yard maintenance does not constitute clearing.

Filling means adding any sand, soil or other fill to the property for any purpose other than general yard maintenance.

(b)

Permit required. It shall be unlawful for any person to clear or fill land within the city or cause such to be done by or through any person, agent or otherwise without first obtaining a clearing or filling permit from the city.

(c)

Fees. All fees for lot clearing not associated with any other development permit shall be established in chapter 88 of this Code.

(d)

Other permits. The obtaining of a clearing or filling permit from the city shall not be deemed to eliminate the need for any other state or local permit as required by any other governmental entity.

(Code 1988, § 19-6; Ord. No. 98-03, § III, 2-12-98)