13.25.121 Connections or modifications to the existing stormwater system.
Connections to or modifications of the stormwater system, including but not limited to modifying existing stormwater discharge patterns or constructing or relocating facilities for the treatment, detention, or conveyance of stormwater, for the purpose of development, shall be allowed only if:
(1) Prior to submitting a development proposal for the use of an existing stormwater facility, the applicant shall submit a formal request to the Public Works Director. The request should include an overview of existing conditions and proposed modifications to the stormwater facility.
(2) All applicable requirements of this chapter, including upgrading the system to meet current stormwater design standards, including LID BMPs, to the maximum extent feasible, as determined by the Public Works Director, shall be met or alternative standards have been approved by the city as substantially equal.
(3) The applicant shall be responsible for the cost of any system upgrades, including feasibility and design assessment and construction. Any stormwater system modification shall be subject to the maintenance and bonding requirements in this chapter. (Ord. 26-16 § 10)