Salem SRC Chapter 82 requires permits for clearing and grading activities to protect life, property, and water quality from erosion, sedimentation, flooding, and slope instability on disturbed land.
SRC Chapter 82 (Clearing and Grading of Land) mandates a grading permit from the Public Works Director before clearing vegetation, grading, filling, or excavating land within Salem city limits. Applicants must submit engineered grading and drainage plans showing erosion and sediment control best management practices (BMPs). Grading permits are coordinated with Oregon DEQ's 1200-C Construction Stormwater General Permit for disturbed areas of one acre or more. Post-construction stormwater management facilities may be required per UDC Chapter 803. Public Works Department administers and inspects all grading activity.
Violation of SRC Chapter 82 is an infraction; each day of continuing violation constitutes a separate infraction. Stop-work orders may be issued immediately for unpermitted grading.
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