Review of excavation, grading, filling, or construction permit applications; mudslide hazards

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The Mayor shall review each permit application for any excavation, grading, fill, or construction to determine whether the proposed site and improvements will be reasonably safe from mudslides. If a proposed site and improvements are in a location that may have mudslide hazards, a further review shall be made by persons qualified in geology and soils engineering; and the proposed new construction, substantial improvement, or grading must:

(1) Be adequately protected against mudslide damage; and

(2) Not aggravate the existing hazard.

(May 26, 1976, D.C. Law 1-64, § 5, 22 DCR 7146.)

Prior Codifications

1981 Ed., § 5-304.

1973 Ed., § 5-1104.


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