Chapter 17.36 S-2 SLOPE DISTRICT
Section 17.36.010 Purpose--Regulations.
The S-2 slope district is designed to allow proper use of
land having a cross slope which
exceeds sixteen (16) percent and to prevent encroachment into the district which will unduly
increase stormwater runoff and damage. Within the S-2 slope district, the following regulations
shall apply:
A. Any slope area, the average cross
slope of which exceeds sixteen (16) percent shall be
subject to a special use exception in accordance with Chapter 17.40, and shall be in conformity
with the comprehensive community plan.
B. Any slope area, the average cross
slope of which exceeds sixteen (16) percent shall be
considered to be extremely rugged and the development of this terrain shall be limited to
compatible uses as follows:
1. Building lots, for any land use,
shall be a minimum of five acres;
2. Utility easements;
3. Pedestrian easements;
4. Parks, playgrounds and general
community open space. (Prior code § 40-9-2)