§ 34-1356. Natural features.

(a)

All developments shall be reviewed to ensure that the location, character and extent of each feature of the development is compatible with the natural conditions of the site, including topography and soils.

(b)

Areas identified in the adopted comprehensive plan as conservation areas or environmentally sensitive shall be preserved or protected to the maximum extent feasible. In reviewing development plans to meet such requirement, consideration will be given to the character and extent of the potential for damage to the area and the degree to which the area will be impacted by the development.

(c)

Development and land use activities shall be designed so as to prevent contamination of habitats of threatened and/or endangered species.

(d)

To the maximum extent feasible, existing natural vegetation shall be preserved as buffer areas to protect conservation areas or environmentally sensitive areas identified by the comprehensive plan.

(Code 1994, § 30-941)