Grading Permits

A grading permit or Standard Grading Plan is required when a project involves ground disturbance. A grading permit is required if the proposed project fails to meet the limitations (1-12) of a Standard Grading Plan.

Logging operations are limited to tree cutting at or above existing ground, leaving stumps, ground cover, and root mat intact. No stump removal, understory vegetation removal or conversion of woodlands to pasture will be allowed.

A Standard Grading Plan is a plan that may be used in lieu of a Grading Permit for certain minor grading and earth disturbance associated with commercial and residential construction, and, if necessary, may be required to include sediment and erosion control plans. A Standard Grading Plan may also be used to abate certain Code Compliance violations if the scope of work meets the Limitations, Conditions and Requirements.