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All applications for topsoil permits shall be reviewed by the site plan review committee. The review shall include consideration of the environmental effects of the proposed topsoil removal. If the site plan review committee determines to issue a topsoil permit, it may require the following:

A. A landscaping screen fence, or soil berm around the perimeter of the area to provide a screen;

B. A mode of operation which will assure continuity of natural site drainage without undue or uncontrolled ponding in retention areas;

C. Protective actions to control dust and noise during the removal operation;

D. Restoration of the area in accordance with a plan approved as part of the permit;

E. That all excavation proceed in a manner which will protect adjoining property owners and others from dangerous slopes, embankments, and loss of soil support, and in a manner which will support future building placement in accordance with documentation set forth as part of the restoration plan;

F. Such other conditions as are required by state law, the ordinances and development regulations of the city, or as required to meet the environmental performance standards of Chapter 16.57 LMC;

G. A performance bond in an amount as may be deemed necessary to assure that the work and restoration shall be completed in accordance with the conditions of the permit. In lieu of a surety bond, the applicant may file a cash bond or instrument of credit in an amount equal to that which would be required in the surety bond. The amount of such bond or instrument of credit shall not exceed the estimated cost of the work planned and restoration to be completed. (Ord. 1192 §50, 2002; Ord. 775 (part), 1986).