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Silver Beach and Stormwater Regulation Changes. Kurt Nabbefeld, Senior Planner Kim Weil, Environmental Planner Bill Reilly, SSWU Manager May 18, 2009 City Council Work Session. Discussion topics. Animal Husbandry and other land use designations Nonconformity and redevelopment
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Silver Beach and Stormwater Regulation Changes Kurt Nabbefeld, Senior Planner Kim Weil, Environmental Planner Bill Reilly, SSWU Manager May 18, 2009 City Council Work Session
Discussion topics Animal Husbandry and other land use designations Nonconformity and redevelopment Revised boundaries Stormwater mitigation and BMP’s Natural forested condition, native vegetation and qualified professionals Fact sheets and additional public education
Animal Husbandry / Land Uses Breeding, rearing or keeping of livestock (cattle, horses, sheep, poultry) Eliminate or phase out? Commercial uses Designated Urban Village Landscaping, site redevelopment and parking Public uses Reduced active public recreation area
Nonconformity Rebuilding like for like Major area of contention More flexibility
Revised Boundary Why? Stormwater does not drain into Basin One Regulations intended to ensure clean, safe drinking water and comply with TMDL
Basin One: New Silver Beach Ordinance boundary
Stormwater Mitigation and BMP’s What has the City done? Rights - of – ways Lawn removal Impervious vs partially pervious Enforcement BMP’s DOE Technical Manual Puget Sound LID Manual
Natural forested condition & native vegetation Retain what exists Replacing forested conditions Multiple plant layers Creating infiltration (soil) Native Vegetation Benefits Options / non-native percentage Qualified professional – why?
Fact Sheets and Additional Public Education Guidance for builders, homeowners and staff Web site Dedicated review team Education Behavior changes Emphasis on outcomes and results Implementation and funding of Management Plan Silver Beach Creek Pilot