Construction Site Erosion and Sediment Control

It is the purpose of this chapter to maintain safe and healthful conditions; prevent and control water pollution; prevent and control soil erosion and sediment discharge; protect spawning grounds, fish and aquatic life; control building sites, placement of structures and land uses; preserve ground cover and scenic beauty; and promote sound economic growth by minimizing the amount of sediment and other pollutants carried by runoff or discharged from land disturbing construction activity to waters of the state in the City of Platteville.

Also the purpose of this chapter is to reduce the risk of landslides and the creation of unstable construction sites or areas subject to erosion and to encourage recycling of fill materials and control the placement of fill materials through the use of reasonable regulation.