§ 36-280. Purpose.  


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  • The policies and standards contained herein are to ensure adequate stormwater drainage and flood control within the city and its extraterritorial jurisdiction. Any development or improvement of property which affects stormwater runoff or flood control is subject to the provisions of this article. These minimum requirements are intended to protect public health and safety, to prevent property damage and to minimize the cost of maintaining drainage facilities.

(Code 1990, ch. 8, § 6(I)(1))