IN THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF JACKSON COUNTY, MISSOURI
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AN ORDINANCE enacting Chapter 241, Jackson County Code, 1984, relating to the development of land, and enacting, in lieu thereof, ten new sections relating to the same subject.
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ORDINANCE #3606, February 22, 2005
INTRODUCED BY Bob Spence, County Legislator
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WHEREAS, the Legislature has determined that it is in the best interests of the health, welfare, and safety of the citizens of Jackson County that the Legislature include such a proscription in the County Code; and,
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the County to update and improve the procedures and requirements which govern the development of land in unincorporated Jackson County; and, therefore,
BE IT ORDAINED, by the County Legislature of Jackson County, Missouri, as follows:
Section A. Enacting Clause. Chapter 241, Jackson County Code, 1984, is hereby enacted, consisting of ten new sections to be known as Sections 24101, 24102, 24103, 24104, 24105, 24106, 24107, 24108, 24109, and 24110, to read as follows:
CHAPTER 241
EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL
Section 24101: Introduction/ Purpose
Soil is most vulnerable to erosion by wind and water during the construction process. Excessive soil in streams endangers water resources by reducing water quality and causing the siltation of aquatic habitat for fish and other desirable species. Eroded soil also necessitates repair of sewers and ditches, and the dredging of lakes. Clearing and grading during construction causes the loss of native vegetation necessary for terrestrial and aquatic habitat, and a healthy living environment for the citizens of Jackson County, Missouri.
The purpose of this ordinance is to safeguard persons, protect property, prevent damage to the environment and promote public welfare by effectively minimizing soil erosion and sedimentation during land development, building, landscaping or any other type of la...
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