10.10A.090 Geologic hazard studies and reports required
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Text pulled 2026-10-19 from this source.
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A. Any applicant requesting development approval on sensitive lands shall submit to the city
five paper copies and one electronic copy of a site-specific geologic hazard study report for such land meeting the requirements of Appendices B-G of this chapter.
B. Applicants who are required to complete site-specific geological hazards tests shall be directed by the city regarding the scope of the required studies and tests through the conceptual proposal/disturbance permit process outlined in this chapter.
C. A foundation excavation report or observation report must be submitted to the city’s building department for all new construction on sensitive lands. This report shall show that the developer or applicant has complied with all requirements and recommendations (included those in previous geotechnical reports that have been conducted for the subject property); shall show any geologic hazards found after excavation but prior to footing and foundation construction; and shall be certified by a licensed geotechnical engineer or engineering geologist as required by this chapter.
10.10A.080 Geologic hazards study area maps · 10.10A.100 Geologic hazard reports