§ 9-44.190. Surface Mining Permits and Reclamation Plans

A.

Permit requirements. Reclamation plans and surface mining operation permits required in compliance with the California Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 (Public Resources Code Section 2710 et seq.), and shall be processed, heard, approved, modified, and revoked in the same manner as is specified in this Development Code for Conditional Use Permits.

B.

Performance security. As a condition of approval of reclamation plans and surface mining operation permits, surface mining operators may be required to consent to the creation of liens or to post surety bonds or other sufficient security to guarantee reclamation in compliance with the reclamation plan.

C.

Annual inspection. Each surface mining operation that is subject to these provisions shall be inspected at least annually for compliance with permit conditions.

(Amended during 3-07 supplement)