§ 14-20 — Methodology

Sec. 14-20. - Methodology.

In order to accomplish its purpose, this article establishes requirements and procedures for review of proposed development and land disturbing activity within designated floodplain districts and includes provisions for: (1) Prohibiting development and land disturbing activity which, acting alone or in combination with other development or activity, will cause unacceptable increases in flood heights or velocities; (2) Restricting or prohibiting certain development and land disturbing activity within areas subject to flooding; (3) Requiring that development permitted in floodplain districts be protected or floodproofed against flooding and flood damage in accordance with applicable sections of the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code; (4) Controlling the alteration or relocation of watercourses, channels and floodplains and controlling filling, grading and other land disturbing activity within floodplain areas in accordance with State and local requirements and procedures; (5) Ensuring that those who develop land subject to flooding are aware of potential flood hazards and assume responsibility for their actions; and (6) Ensuring that development in Chesapeake Bay Preservation Areas meets the requirements of this chapter.

(Code 1993, § 13-22; Code 2004, § 50-32; Code 2015, § 14-20; Code 2020, § 14-20; Ord. No. 2004-330-320, § 1, 12-13-2004)