HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991.07.15 RESO 1991-0010RESOLUTION 1991-10
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A WRITTEN POLICY SETTING LOWEST
FLOOR ELEVATIONS FOR NEW RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES
WHEREAS, it is desirable to establish consistent implementation of minimum
floor elevations for new residential construction, and
WHEREAS. the City has been constantly faced with groundwater and surface
water concerns when new development occurs, and
WHEREAS, the City has established a policy more strict than that provided
for in the City's Flood Plain Management Ordinance;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUGO,
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA:
1. That the lowest floor elevation for newly constructed residential
structures shall be two (2) feet above the 100 year flood frequency
high water mark., or four (4) feet above the high groundwater mark,
whichever is greater.
2. The lowest floor elevation for structures accessory to residential
buildings, and structures defined as agricultural, commercial, or
industrial shall be as recommended by the Rice Creek Watershed
District and Flood Plain Management Ordinance.
Upon roll call the following members voted AYE: Brunotte, Jesinski,
McAllister, Miron, Stoltzman
Members Voting NAY: NONE
Whereupon said resolution was declared passed and adopted this 15th day of
July, 1991.
Walter L. Stoltz an, Mayor
ATTEST:
Mary 61n Creager, Ci& Clerk