20.21.02 ANNEXATION REQUIREMENTS

1. All areas of annexation must fulfill the requirements of one of Genola Town’s current land use zones. 2. All areas of annexation must be accompanied by culinary water rights sufficient to accommodate the needs of existing and potential occupants of said land when development occurs. Each proponent of an annexation shall mitigate the water concerns prior to approval of the proposed annexation. The Town Council reserves the right to evaluate any provision of water proposed for use by the Town, and refuse to accept any arrangement, if it is determined that the quantity, quality or ability to use the water is in question. 3. Each proponent of an annexation will be required to provide adequate water for current and future use by the Town of Genola prior to recordation of the annexation. If future development on the land being annexed increases in density, through a zone change or amendment to Town ordinance that would allow a higher density, the Town shall require additional water prior to development approval. If a future applicant desires a zone change to a less intense zone, the Town is under no obligation to refund the cost of providing water to the proponent of an annexation. The water required is directed in accordance with the Water Dedication Ordinance. 4. When land is annexed without the consent of the owner, the proponent of the annexation shall be responsible to provide the water required in this Section. If a future applicant seeks a zone change that would allow a higher density, the applicant shall be required to provide any additional required water shares. 5. Genola town prefers areas of annexation to be accompanied by secondary water rights as well. 6. All extensions of municipal services (roads, water infrastructure, secondary water delivery systems, et al) must comply with current town ordinances, policies and standards and said extensions will be paid for by the developer. 7. If the area of annexation included any residential development, certification by the Board of Health is required for the R-1 designated areas. 8. An annexation agreement will be prepared between the town and future developers outlining specific circumstances relating to culinary water, secondary water, power, streets, and any other specific improvements prior to annexation approval.