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A tentative map for a subdivision in an area of special flood hazard is subject to these rules and to Chapter 5 of Division 3 of Title III of this code. Terms used in this section are defined in § 335-2.

(a) Tentative subdivision proposals shall identify the flood hazard area and the evaluation of the base flood.

(b) Final subdivision maps shall indicate the elevation of proposed structures and pads. If the site is to be filled above the base flood, a registered engineer or surveyor shall certify that the cumulative effect of the proposed development, when combined with all other existing and anticipated development, will not increase the water surface elevation of the base flood more than one foot (1') at any point. This certification shall be filled with the Planning Director as required by § 335-4(c)(3)d.

(c) Tentative maps shall be consistent with the need to minimize flood damage.

(d) Approved subdivisions shall have public utilities and facilities such as sewer, gas, electrical, and water systems located and constructed to minimize flood damage.

(e) A proposed subdivision which would create five (5) or more parcels should be designed to assure that flood discharge from the development after construction is equal to or less than the flood discharge from the original, undeveloped land. A registered engineer shall provide a certificate for a subdivision so designed. This certificate shall be filed with the Planning Director as required by 335-4(d)(3)d. (Ord. 1541, § 2, 7/13/1982)