Title 17E Environmental Standards
Chapter 17E.010 Critical Aquifer Recharge Areas – Aquifer Protection
Article II. Implementation
Section 17E.010.080 Prohibition – Nuisance
- The pollution or creation of a substantial risk of pollution of the Spokane aquifer by any proposed or existing land use, installation, or activity is prohibited.
- The pollution or creation of a substantial risk of pollution of the Spokane aquifer by any proposed or existing land use, installation or activity is declared a public nuisance.
- In addition to its popular meaning "pollution" herein refers to a seepage, spillage, or other release into the environment of a critical material.
- An activity, installation or land use may be declared a nuisance by the critical review officer upon a finding that the criteria set forth herein are met.
- Maintenance of a condition on premises in violation of this chapter or applicable federal or state laws, such as those relating to underground storage tank installations, is designated a public nuisance, which may be abated in any lawful manner in addition to any other applicable penalties or remedies.
Date Passed: Monday, February 21, 2005
Effective Date: Wednesday, March 30, 2005
ORD C33583 Section 1
