GMP Public Facilities Element 05/1990 Amendment COLLIER COUNTY
GROWTH MANAGEMENT PLAN
CONSERVATION AND COASTAL MANAGEMENT ELEMENT
Prepared by:
Emergency Management Department
and
Environmental Resources Management
January 10, 1989
Amended May, 1990
Amended February, 1991
RE-PRINTED FEBRUARY, 1991
CONSERVATION AND COASTAL MANAGEMENT ELEMENT
SECTION I. GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
GOAL 1: THE COUNTY SHALL CONTINUE TO PLAN FOR THE PROTECTION,
CONSERVATION, MANAGEMENT AND APPROPRIATE USE OF ITS
NATURAL RESOURCES.
* * OBJECTIVE 1.1:
By August 1, 1994, the County will complete the development and
implementation of a comprehensive environmental management and
conservation program that will ensure that the natural resources,
including species of special status, of Collier County are
properly, appropriately, and effectively identified, managed, and
protected. Species of special status are defined as species listed
in the current "official Lists of Endangered and Potentially
Endangered Fauna and Flora in Florida" , published by the Florida
Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission.
Policy 1.1.1:
By August 1, 1989, appoint, and establish operational procedures
for a technical advisory committee to advise and assist the County
( in the activities involved in the development and implementation of
` ,. the County Environmental Resources Management Program.
Policy 1.1.2:
By the time mandated for the adoption of land development
regulations pursuant to Chapter 163 . 3202 , F.S. , including any
amendments thereto August 1, 1989 incorporate the goals,
objectives, and policies contained within this Element into the
County's land development regulations as interim environmental
resources protection and management standards.
Policy 1. 1.3:
By January 1, 1990, the County will have in place an appropriately
administered and professionally staffed governmental unit capable
of developing, administering, and providing long-term direction for
the Collier County Environmental Resources Management Program.
Policy 1. 1.4:
Ensure adequate and effective coordination between the
Environmental Resources Management Program staff and all other
units of local government involved in land use activities and
regulations.
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Policy 1.1.5:
Avoid unnecessary duplication of effort and continue coordination (�
and cooperation with private, Regional, State, and Federal agencies \.
and organizations. Work with other local governments to identify
and manage shared natural resources.
Policy 1. 1.6:
When developing the County conservation program, attempt to
equitably balance the relationship between the benefits derived and
the costs incurred to both the public and private sectors.
Policy 1. 1.7:
By August 1, 1994 , complete the phased preparation and adoption of
all natural resources management and environmental protection
standards and criteria needed for use in the Collier County land
development review process. Implementation shall occur on an
annual basis as standards and criteria are developed.
* * Policy 1.1.8:
The County will continue to require the submittal of a properly
prepared (as defined by County Ordinance 77-60) Environmental
Impact Statement for all proposed developments of ten acres or
greater, and all proposed developments that may be determined as
environmentally significant by the County Manager or the Manager's
designees.
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( OBJECTIVE 1.2:
By January 15, 1990 have in place the framework for an integrated,
computer-based environmental resources data storage, analysis, and
graphics system.
Policy 1.2.1:
As much as possible, the system will be compatible and capable of
being tied into existing geographic information and/or data
management systems currently utilized by the South Florida Water
Management District, Southwest Florida Regional Planning Council,
the Florida Department of Natural Resources, and the Florida
Natural Areas Inventory.
Policy 1.2.2:
Data gathering will be coordinated with that of Federal, State and
Private resource management organizations to minimize duplication
of effort and enhance the quality of information.
Policy 1.2 .3:
Collected and/or compiled data will be organized by established
watershed and sub-basin units.
Policy 1.2.4:
County environmental resources data will be made available to both
public and private entities in order to promote and improve local
environmental resources planning and management.
Policy 1.2.5:
The system will be maintained by the County staff and updated on a
cooperative basis by qualified public and private organizations.
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* * OBJECTIVE 1.3:
By August 1, 1994, complete the phased delineation, data gathering,
management guidelines and implementation of the County Natural
Resources Protection Areas (NRPA) program.
The purpose of Natural Resources protection areas will be to
protect endangered or potentially endangered species (as listed in
current "Official Lists of Endangered and Potentially Endangered
Fauna and Flora in Florida" , published by the Florida and Fresh
Water Fish Commission) and their habitats.
Policy 1.3.1:
The program will include the following:
a. Identification of the NRPAs in map form as an overlay to
the Future Land Use Plan Map;
b. A process for verifying the existence and boundaries of
NRPAs during development permit applications;
c. Guidelines and standards for development of NRPAs
including conservation guidelines to protect natural
resource values, to maintain ecologically functioning
systems, and to restore or mitigate NRPAs already
degraded;
d. A review process, integrated into the normal development (i
application review, to ensure that the guidelines and
standards are being met and, in those cases where
Environmental Impact Statements are prepared, that the
site-specific and cumulative environmental impacts of
development are being adequately assessed and addressed;
e. A program to defer development of NRPAs. First
consideration should be fee simple purchase (based on
public referenda approving and funding purchases) . Other
options should include, but not be limited to, tax
incentives and transfer of development rights;
f. A program to pursue Delegation of Authority agreements
with State and Federal permitting agencies for local
regulation of activities that may alter the biological
and physical characteristics of NRPA;
g. The County shall seek assistance from and support State
(e.g. CARL, SOR) or Federal land acquisition programs for
County areas qualifying as NRPAs.
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// Policy 1.3.2:
t By August 1, 1990, designate and adopt management guidelines for
the undeveloped coastal barrier and estuarine natural resources
protection area.
Policy 1.3.3:
Guided by the Technical Advisory Committee, between August 1, 1990
and August 1, 1994, designate and adopt management guidelines and
performance standards for County natural resource protection areas.
Implementation shall occur on an annual basis as NRPAs and their
implementation criteria are developed.
Policy 1.3.4:
Where possible, the implementation of the NRPA program shall be
coordinated with the preparation and implementation of watershed
and sub-basin management plans.
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GOAL 2 : THE COUNTY SHALL PROTECT ITS SURFACE AND ESTUARINE WATER ,,,
RESOURCES.
OBJECTIVE 2 .1
By January 1, 1993, the County shall prepare Watershed Management
Plans.
Policy 2.1.1:
These Plans will evaluate activities in the watersheds that drain
into the estuaries in order to evaluate cumulative impacts on the
estuarine system as well as impacts within the watersheds
themselves.
Policy 2 .1.2 :
The Plans will provide for various tasks such as monitoring land
disturbing activities in the watersheds, collecting canal flow and
water quality data, stormwater quality data, and assessing habitat
changes.
Policy 2.1.3:
The Plans will also evaluate structural and non-structural controls
for restoring historical hydroperiods in impacted watersheds where
possible and for reducing the impacts of canal and stormwater
discharges to estuaries.
Policy 2 . 1.4:
All watershed Management Plans should address the following
concepts:
a. Appropriate wetlands are conserved;
b. Drainage systems do not unacceptably affect wetland and
estuary ecosystems;
c. Surface water that potentially could recharge ground
water is not unduly drained away;
d. When feasible the extent and effects of salt water
intrusion are lessened;
e. The timing and flow of fresh water into the estuaries
from the watershed shall, as a minimum not degrade,
estuarine resource value; and
f. The needs of the watershed's natural resources and human
populations are balanced.
g. The effects on natural flood plains, stream channels,
native vegetative communities and natural protective
barriers which are involved in the accommodation of flood
waters; and
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h. Non-structural rather than structural methods of surface
water management should be considered first in any
proposed new works.
Policy 2.1.5:
As appropriate, integrate environmental resources data collection,
planning, and management activities with the water management basin
studies described in other parts of this Plan.
Policy 2. 1. 6:
Promote intergovernmental cooperation between Collier County and
the municipalities of Naples and Everglades City for consistent
watershed management planning.
Policy 2.1.7:
Until the completion and adoption of individual watershed
management plans, promote water management permitting on a basin by
basin approach.
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OBJECTIVE 2.2:
All canals, rivers, and flow ways discharging into estuaries shall
meet all applicable Federal, State, or local water quality
standards.
Policy 2.2.1:
Wastewater treatment plants shall not be allowed to discharge
directly to rivers, canals or jurisdictional wetlands unless they
meet DER regulations and are not in violation of other goals,
objectives, and policies of this element.
Policy 2.2.2:
In order to limit the specific and cumulative impacts of stormwater
run-off, stormwater systems should be designed in such a way that
discharged water does not degrade receiving waters and an attempt
is made to enhance the timing, quantity and quality of fresh water
to the estuarine system. Non-structural methods such as discharge
and storage in wetlands is encouraged.
Policy 2.2 .3:
Chemical spraying for aquatic weed control should be conducted with
extreme caution. The use of appropriate biological and mechanical
(use of harvesting equipment to remove vegetation) controls in both
the canal system and stormwater detention ponds is encouraged.
Manufacturers and EPA guidelines for chemical use in aquatic
habitat will be followed.
Policy 2.2.4:
Continue and expand when needed the existing water quality
monitoring program for sampling canals and rivers and assess the
data annually.
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OBJECTIVE 2.3:
By January 1, 1992, all estuaries shall meet all applicable
federal, state and local water quality standards.
Policy 2.3. 1:
No new untreated point source discharge shall be permitted directly
to the estuarine system or rivers or canals that flow into the
estuarine system.
Policy 2.3.2:
Stormwater systems discharging directly to estuaries shall be
designed to meet the same requirements as stated in Policy 2.2 .2 .
Policy 2.3.3:
In an attempt to increase ground water levels and to restore the
natural hydroperiod for the natural freshwater input to the
estuarine system, any future modification of public water control
structures in the watershed above the control structure which
would amount to 50% or more of the cost of a new structure shall be
designed to retain as much water as appropriate.
Policy 2 .3.4:
By March 1, 1990, develop and implement a water quality and
sediment monitoring program for the estuarine system.
Policy 2.3.5:
By April 1, 1989, initiate the development of an interlocal
agreement with the City of Naples regarding coordinated and
cooperative planning, management, and funding programs for limiting
specific and cumulative impacts on Naples Bay and its watershed.
At a minimum this agreement shall include the following:
a. Insure adequate sites for water dependent uses,
b. Prevent estuarine pollution,
c. Control run-off,
d. Protect living marine resources,
e. Reduce exposure to natural hazards,
f. Ensure public access,
g. Provide a continuing monitoring program.
Policy 2.3. 6:
Restrict development activities where such could adversely impact
coastal water resources.
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OBJECTIVE 2.4:
By October 1, 1989, pursue an agreement with the Department of (7
Natural Resources regarding coordinated and cooperative planning,
management and monitoring programs for Rookery Bay and Cape Romano-
Ten Thousand Islands Aquatic Preserves and their watersheds.
Policy 2 .4. 1:
At a minimum the County shall notify DNR of proposed land
development projects that could affect these preserves.
Policy 2.4.2:
The County shall request the Department of Natural Resources staff
participate in the development of future coastal and watershed
management plans.
Policy 2.4.3:
The County will request the cooperation of the Department of
Natural Resources to gather data and information needed for
monitoring water quality, habitat changes and land use activities
within the watersheds of these preserves.
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OBJECTIVE 2.5:
By August 1, 1992, the County will complete the development of an
estuarine management program.
Policy 2.5.1:
Identify land use activities that have the potential to degrade the
estuarine environmental quality.
Policy 2.5.2:
This management program shall incorporate information obtained from
the various watershed management plans described elsewhere in this
element.
Policy 2 .5.3:
This program shall in part be based on the estuarine data analyses
and management recommendations contained in the County's coastal
management program's technical reports.
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GOAL 3: THE COUNTY SHALL PROTECT THE COUNTY'S GROUND WATER
RESOURCES TO ENSURE THE HIGHEST WATER QUALITY PRACTICAL.
OBJECTIVE 3.1:
By January 1, 1989, the County shall develop and implement a well
construction compliance program.
Policy 3.1.1:
County inspectors who are appropriately trained and knowledgeable
of drilling and grouting techniques required in Collier County will
inspect the drilling and grouting process of all types of wells
drilled in the County.
Policy 3. 1.2:
Amend ordinance 85-54 to include well drillers as a licensed
contractor in Collier County.
Policy 3.1.3:
By April 1, 1989 adopt South Florida Water Management District's
well construction standards in a new ordinance that will provide
for inspections and penalties if well drillers do not follow these
standards.
Policy 3.1.4:
Establish a committee of well contractors and drillers, County
staff, Health Department staff, and South Florida Management
District staff to evaluate the need for well construction standards
that are more specific to Collier County and reflect Collier County
conditions.
Policy 3.1.5:
Begin informing well contractors and drillers and the public on the
necessity for proper well construction. Hold workshops for well
drillers on proper techniques for well construction in Collier
County.
Policy 3. 1.6:
The County shall cooperate with the South Florida Water Management
District in identifying and plugging improperly abandoned wells.
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OBJECTIVE 3.2:
By August 1, 1989, identify and map zones of influence and
contribution around potable wellfields in order to identify
activities that must be regulated to protect ground water quality
near wellfields. (Refer to Objective 1. 1 in the Natural Ground
Water Aquifer Recharge Sub-Element. )
Policy 3.2. 1:
Develop and maintain a 3-dimensional computer model that calculates
cones of depression around significantly sized existing and planned
potable wellfields
Policy 3 .2.2:
Use the results of this analysis to modify the calculated "cones of
influence" and amend the Comprehensive Plan to include these areas
as "environmentally sensitive lands" .
Policy 3.2.3:
Identify existing land uses that possess the greatest potential for
wellfield contamination.
Policy 3.2 .4:
Establish technically and legally defensible criteria for
determining and mapping zones of protection.
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OBJECTIVE 3.3:
By August 1, 1989 adopt a local ground water protection ordinance
to protect existing and future potable welifields. (Refer to
Objective 1.2 in the Natural Ground Water Aquifer Recharge Sub-
element. )
Policy 3.3.1:
The ordinance will address both existing and projected future land
use and surface activities including, but not limited to:
a. Petroleum storage tanks,
b. Other identified hazardous materials and wastes of a
specified quantity,
c. Mineral extraction
d. Industrial and domestic wastes
e. Stormwater.
Policy 3.3.2:
The ordinance will provide for an appropriate level of protection
for all of Collier County and include demonstrated performance
standards.
Policy 3.3.3:
The ordinance will address the breaching of confining units by
improper well construction, rock mining, excavations, blasting and
other similar activities
Policy 3.3.4:
The County will implement the ordinance in a manner to minimize
duplication of effort between the County and other state agencies.
Policy 3.3.5:
The County will implement regulations and permitting review
procedures.
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OBJECTIVE 3.4:
Collect and evaluate data and information designed to monitor the
quality of ground water in order to identify the need for
additional protection measures. (Refer to Objective 1. 3 in the
Natural Ground Water Aquifer Recharge Sub-element. )
Policy 3.4.1:
Continue the existing water quality monitoring program to provide
base-line data, evaluate long-term trends, identify water quality
problems, and evaluate the effectiveness of the County's ground
water protection program.
Policy 3.4.2:
Coordinate data gathering activities with state and federal
agencies to minimize duplication of efforts and enhance the quality
of information gathered.
Policy 3.4.3:
Assess the data annually to determine whether monitoring activities
and County ordinances require expansion, modification or reduction.
Policy 3.4.4:
Gather and use appropriate data to refine and improve the data base
used in the County's 3-dimensional ground water model.
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GOAL 4: THE COUNTY SHALL CONSERVE, PROTECT AND APPROPRIATELY
MANAGE THE COUNTY'S FRESH WATER RESOURCES.
OBJECTIVE 4.1:
By June 1, 1989, establish a mechanism to collect and evaluate data
and information designed to more accurately determine water use in
Collier County.
Policy 4.1.1:
Use as much as possible the existing reporting requirements and
computer data base of the South Florida Water Management District.
Policy 4.1.2:
Work with the agricultural community to devise a method for
determining agricultural pumpage.
Policy 4.1.3:
Compile from appropriate local, state, federal and private
organizations the water use requirements of the native plant and
animal community associations within the County.
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OBJECTIVE 4.2:
The County will promote conservation of its water supply and by
January 1, 1991, develop a comprehensive conservation strategy
which will identify specific goals for reducing per capita potable
water consumption.
Policy 4.2.1:
Continue to rely on the South Florida Water Management District to
take appropriate measures to conserve water in emergency
situations.
Policy 4.2.2:
Negotiate agreements with area golf courses to accept and use
treated wastewater effluent for irrigation when and where same is
available from existing and future wastewater treatment plants.
Policy 4.2.3:
Identify existing and future publicly owned lands suitable for
irrigation with treated wastewater effluent, such as government
building grounds, parks and highway medians, and incorporate these
into future planning for effluent disposal.
Policy 4.2 .4:
Identify existing and future privately owned lands suitable for
irrigation with treated wastewater effluent, such as cemeteries,
agricultural operations, nurseries and commercial/industrial parks,
and incorporate these into future planning for effluent disposal.
Policy 4.2 .5:
-4 ' By December 31, 1989, develop a public information program and
adopt a resolution informing the public about the use of treated
wastewater effluent for residential irrigation.
Policy 4.2 . 6:
By December 31, 1989, develop a public information program and
adopt a resolution promoting the use of plants native to
southwestern Florida in all landscaping and promote the 'xeriscape'
concept as defined by the South Florida Water Management District.
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GOAL 5: THE COUNTY SHALL PROTECT, CONSERVE AND APPROPRIATELY USE
ITS MINERAL AND SOIL RESOURCES.
OBJECTIVE 5.1:
Allow the extraction or use of mineral resources in the County
provided such activities comply with applicable industry and
government standards regarding health, safety, and environmental
protection.
Policy 5.1.1:
The County shall allow mineral extraction operations as provided in
the zoning code.
Policy 5.1.2:
A water use plan must be prepared by the applicant and approved by
the County Water Management Department before new mineral
operations are permitted.
Policy 5.1.3:
Mineral extraction operations shall comply with standards and
criteria as provided in the County's Excavation and Blasting
Ordinances.
Policy 5. 1.4:
Depth of excavation and dewatering shall be restricted in areas
where saline water can intrude into the bottom of the pits. (Also,
refer to Policy 3. 3 . 1) .
Policy 5.1.5:
Monitoring shall be required to determine compliance with state
water quality standards. Mining activities shall stop if water
quality standards are violated as a result of the mining operation.
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OBJECTIVE 5.2:
By August 1, 1992, develop a program to ensure adequate assessment
and mitigation of site specific and cumulative impacts resulting
from mineral extraction activities.
Policy 5.2.1:
The Program will define reclamation standards for the protection
and restoration of wildlife habitat.
Policy 5.2.2:
Pursue memoranda of understanding with applicable state agencies to
avoid duplication of effort.
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OBJECTIVE 5.3:
By August 1, 1992, determine the quantity of existing mineable
resources in Collier
mineral County.
Policy 5.3.1:
Work with the Department of Natural Resources and the Florida
Geological Survey and local mining industry officials to inventory
and evaluate the existing mineral reserves in Collier County.
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OBJECTIVE 5.4:
By December 1989, the County shall establish a program to
control soil erosion.
Policy 5.4.1:
Review Florida Department of Environmental Regulation and Florida
Department of Transportation best management practices for soil
erosion and control and establish guidelines for temporary and
permanent erosion control practices for construction and other
non-agricultural land disturbing activities.
Policy 5.4.2 :
Incorporation these guidelines where appropriate as stipulations
for land development orders.
Policy 5.4.3:
Establish design criteria for reducing sedimentation into receiving
waters from soil erosion of stormwater conveyance channels and
outlets.
Policy 5.4.4:
Rely on Soil Conservation Service and Institute of Food and
Agriculture Service to provide the County with appropriate soil
conservation guidelines for agriculture.
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GOAL 6: THE COUNTY SHALL IDENTIFY, PROTECT, CONSERVE AND
APPROPRIATELY USE ITS NATIVE VEGETATIVE COMMUNITIES AND
WILDLIFE HABITAT.
* * OBJECTIVE 6. 1:
By August 1, 1992, identify, define and prepare development
standards and criteria for all important native County habitats.
Until the adoption of specific development criteria, the County
will continue to follow current practices of habitat and species
protection through negotiations between County staff and
development interests as part of the public hearing process. These
negotiations are based on provisions in County Ordinances including
Ordinance 75-21, the Tree Removal Ordinance; Ordinance 77-66, the
Environmental Impact Statement Ordinance; Ordinance 80-19 , the
Coastal Construction Control Line Ordinance; Ordinance 82-37, the
Exotic Plants Ordinance; and Ordinance 74-9 , the Exotic Fish
Ordinance.
Policy 6.1. 1:
By August 1, 1990, inventory, define and prepare development
standards and criteria, based on the presence of dominant or
indicative species for intertidal and coastal strands, undeveloped
coastal barriers, and xeric scrub habitats, with criteria for
development and standards for land clearing in these habitat areas.
Policy 6.1.2:
By August 1, 1991, inventory, define and prepare development (-
standards
and criteria, based on the presence of dominant or
indicative species, for marine, freshwater, and transitional zone
wetlands, and hardwood hammocks.
Policy 6. 1.3:
By August 1, 1992, inventory, define and prepare development
standards and criteria, based on the presence of dominant or
indicative species, for pine flatwoods and dry prairie habitats.
Policy 6.1.4:
All other species associations that may be defined as a discrete
habitat community will be considered for development criteria and
standards for land clearing as part of this process.
Policy 6.1.5:
The above developed criteria and standards shall be modified as
appropriate as individual watershed management plans and NRPAs are
developed.
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Policy 6.1.6:
Flexibility, in the form of area tradeoffs or mitigation, should be
allowed in the determination of areas within and among developments
to be preserved.
Policy 6.1.7:
Until definitions for habitat associations and standards for
development are adopted as land development standards, criteria
specified in other objectives and policies of this element will
apply.
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OBJECTIVE 6.2:
There shall be no unacceptable net loss of viable naturally
functioning marine and fresh water wetlands, excluding transitional
zone wetlands which are addressed in Objective 6.3 .
Policy 6.2.1:
Until such time that Natural Resource Protection programs/plans
(Objectives 1. 3 , 2 .5 and 11. 6) and development standards for
habitat areas (Objective 6. 1) are adopted, the following policies
shall serve as interim criteria for incorporation into all
development orders.
Policy 6.2.2:
All wetlands are designated as environmentally sensitive areas.
Policy 6.2.3:
Altered or disturbed wetlands are considered to be not viable, not
naturally functioning, degraded wetland ecosystems.
Policy 6.2 .4:
The following policies shall not be construed to prevent timbering
operations so long as timbering operations utilize best management
practices to minimize the effects on the wetlands.
Policy 6.2.5:
Creation of new wetlands, where mitigation is required, is
encouraged first in upland areas where exotics dominate.
Policy 6.2. 6:
Marine wetlands are defined as areas with a water regime determined
primarily by tides and the dominant vegetation is salt tolerant
plant species including those species listed in Subsection 17-4.02
(17) , Florida Administrative Code, "Submerged Marine Species" and
seaward of the Coastal Management Boundary as shown on the Future
Land Use map, exclusive of subtidal habitats as addressed in
Objective 6. 6.
Policy 6.2.7:
Mitigation for development in altered marine wetlands shall include
enhancement or restoration of other altered wetlands or creation of
new wetlands either on at least an equal area basis or where an
alternative found appropriate by the Board of County Commissioners
mitigates any altered wetlands in order to limit cumulative and
specific impacts on Coastal wetland and wildlife resources.
Policy 6.2 .8:
All mitigation for development in Coastal area wetlands should
occur in the Coastal area.
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Policy 6.2.9:
Wetlands, including transitional wetlands, shall be defined
pursuant to the current definitions of the Florida Department of
Environmental Regulation.
Policy 6.2.10:
Any development activity within a viable naturally functioning
freshwater wetland not part of a contiguous flow way shall be
mitigated in accordance with current South Florida Water Management
District mitigation rules. Mitigation may also include restoration
of previously disturbed wetlands or acquisition for public
preservation of similar habitat.
Policy 6.2.11:
For mitigation of freshwater wetlands outside of the Coastal area,
first consideration shall be given to mitigation on site, followed
by mitigation in the adjacent contiguous area, followed by
mitigation in the same watershed, followed by mitigation in
adjacent watersheds.
Policy 6.2 .12:
For projects that require wetland mitigation an entity shall be
designated responsible to monitor the compliance of the mitigation
stipulation.
Policy 6.2.13:
Proposed development on parcels containing viable naturally
functioning freshwater wetlands shall cluster development to
maintain the largest contiguous wetland area practicable and shall
be designed to disturb the least amount of native wetland
vegetation practicable and to preserve the pre-development
hydroperiod.
Policy 6.2 . 14:
Where appropriate, incorporate on-site freshwater wetlands into
stormwater management plans in order to restore and enhance the
historic hydroperiod and ensure the continuity of natural flow way.
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OBJECTIVE 6.3:
A portion of the viable, naturally functioning transitional zone
wetlands shall be preserved in any new non-agricultural development
unless otherwise mitigated through the DER and the COE permitting
process and approved by the County.
Policy 6.3.1:
The transitional zone wetland shall be defined as an area of which
at least 50% is inhabited by those species, considering all strata,
listed in the wetland definition used by the Florida Department of
Environmental Regulation.
Policy 6.3.2:
Development activities within the transitional zone areas shall be
mitigated on a case by case basis. Mitigation of transitional
wetlands may take several forms. Among the types of mitigation
that are appropriate are preservation, enhancement or of
restoration of wetland areas, or preservation, enhancement or
restoration of important upland native vegetative communities or
wildlife habitat.
Policy 6.3.3:
Credits toward the Park and Recreational Impact Fee shall be given
any conservation buffer or transitional zone wetlands preserved on
site for passive recreation uses. The credit shall be set on a per
acre preserve basis. A conservation easement or other permanent
dedication shall be created for any buffer or wetland for which an
impact fee credit is given.
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OBJECTIVE 6.4:
A portion of each viable, naturally functioning non-wetland
native habitat type shall be preserved or retained as appropriate.
Policy 6.4.1:
By the time mandated for the adoption of land development
regulations pursuant to Chapter 163 .3202, F.S. , including any
amendments thereto August 1, 1989, appropriate ordinances shall be
modified to require that viable naturally functioning native
habitat communities be identified on all plans for developments
requiring site development plans.
Policy 6.4.2:
Flexibility in the form of area tradeoffs or mitigation should be
allowed in the determination of areas within developments to be .
preserved.
Policy 6.4.3:
Require new developments to submit and implement a plan for exotic
plant removal and long-term control. Such implementation may be
considered as mitigation.
Policy 6.4.4:
Any development proposal in a "ST" zoned area or any other area
designated "environmentally sensitive" shall have a site
inspection, where appropriate, by County staff and be reviewed for
approval as defined in the "ST" zoning procedure.
Policy 6.4.5:
Developments .greater than 2.25 acres shall be required to receive a
tree removal permit according to the requirements of the Protected
Tree Ordinance. Until the adoption of comprehensive land
development regulations, tree removal permits shall incorporate
criteria contained in all applicable objectives and policies of
this Conservation and Coastal Management Element.
Policy 6.4.6:
All new residential developments greater than 2 .5 acres in the
Coastal Area and greater than 20 acres in the coastal urban area
shall retain 25% of the viable naturally functioning native
vegetation on site, including both the understory and the ground
cover emphasizing the largest contiguous area possible. When
several different native plant communities exist on site, the
development plans will reasonably attempt to preserve examples of
all of them if possible. Areas of landscaping and open space which
are planted with native species shall be included in the 25%
requirement considering both understory and groundcover. Where a
project has included open space, recreational amenities, or
preserved wetlands that meet or exceed the minimum open space
criteria of Collier County, this policy shall not be construed to
require a larger percentage of open space set aside to meet the 25%
native vegetation policy. This policy shall not be interpreted to
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allow development in wetlands, should the wetlands alone constitute
more than 25% of the site. Exceptions shall be granted for parcels (
that cannot reasonably accommodate both the native vegetation and
the proposed activity.
Policy 6.4.7:
All other types of new development shall be required to preserve an
appropriate portion of the native vegetation on the site as
determined through the County development review process.
Preservation of different contiguous habitats is to be encouraged.
When several different native plant communities exist on site, the
development plans will reasonably attempt to preserve examples of
all of them if possible. However, this policy shall not be
interpreted to allow development in wetlands, should the wetlands
alone constitute more than the portion of the site required to be
preserved. Exceptions shall be granted for parcels which can not
reasonably accommodate both the preservation area and the proposed
activity.
Policy 6.4.8:
Agriculture shall be exempt from the above preservation
requirements provided that any new clearing of land for agriculture
shall not be converted to non-agricultural development for at least
ten years. For any such conversions in less than ten years, any
County-imposed restoration measures of the site must be restored to
native vegetation.
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OBJECTIVE 6.5:
By the time mandated for the adoption of land development
regulations pursuant to Chapter 163.3202, F.S. , including any
amendments thereto, the County shall amend the zoning code to
incorporate native vegetation into landscape designs.
Policy 6.5.1:
Priorities for incorporating non-noxious native vegetation into
landscape design shall be as follows:
a. The first choice is to keep and enhance existing native
habitats on site and intact for incorporation into the
landscape design.
b. If this is not practicable, then consideration should be
given to transplanting existing species to another
location on site.
c. If this is not practicable, then attempt to use native
species to recreate lost native habitat.
d. If re-creating the native habitat is not practicable,
then the new landscape design shall incorporate the use
of plants that promote "xeriscape" principles.
Policy 6.5.2:
Landscape ordinances will identify specific plant coverage and
assemblage requirements.
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OBJECTIVE 6.6:
There shall be no net loss of important, viable, naturally
occurring, submerged, marine habitat.
Policy 6.6.1:
By August 1, 1990, identify, inventory, and map both disturbed and
undisturbed sea grass beds and other submerged marine habitats that
are deemed important.
Policy 6.6.2:
By August 1, 1991, regulate boat traffic and other uses and
activities as necessary to conserve, protect, and enhance, as
appropriate, these habitats.
Policy 6.6.3:
Where applicable guidelines of Department of Natural Resources and
Department of Environmental Regulations for Outstanding Florida
Waters and Aquatic Preserves shall be considered to review land
development projects in and near sea grass beds.
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OBJECTIVE 6.7:
( The County will protect, conserve and appropriately use ecological
communities shared with or tangential to State and Federal lands
and other local governments.
Policy 6.7.1:
The County shall coordinate with adjacent counties, State and
Federal agencies, other owners of lands held in the public trust,
and the Southwest Florida Regional Planning Council to protect
unique communities located along the County's border by controlling
water levels and enforcing land development regulations with regard
thereto.
Policy 6.7.2:
By January 1, 1990, develop a procedure with the appropriate
counties to meet at a specified frequency to discuss upcoming land
development projects that would have an impact on ecological
communities in both Counties.
Policy 6.7.3:
The County shall assist to assure compliance with all State and
Federal Regulations pertaining to endangered and rare species
living in such "shared" ecological systems.
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OBJECTIVE 6.8:
The County shall protect natural reservations from the impact of ( .
surrounding development.
Policy 6.8. 1:
All requests for land development within 1000 feet of natural
reservations shall be reviewed as part of the County's development
review process to insure no unacceptable impact to the natural
reservation.
Policy 6.8.2:
Criteria contained in applicable objectives and policies of this
element shall apply to development near natural reservations.
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GOAL 7: THE COUNTY SHALL PROTECT AND CONSERVE ITS FISHERIES AND
WILDLIFE.
OBJECTIVE 7.1:
The County shall continue to improve marine fisheries productivity
by building additional reefs.
Policy 7.1.1:
By January 1, 1992, the County shall build an additional three
artificial reefs
Policy 7.1.2:
The County will coordinate its activities with the Florida
Department of Natural Resources, the Marine Extension Office and
other appropriate agencies.
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OBJECTIVE 7.2:
By January 1, 1990, West Indian Manatee deaths shall not exceed the (
5-year average of 1983 through 1987 of 11 deaths.
Policy 7.2 .1:
Characterize and map designated critical manatee critical habitats
and evaluate areas of greatest potential threats.
Policy 7.2.2:
Establish restricted boat speed zones, channelized zones or route
boat traffic around in areas where the greatest threat to injury of
manatees is from boats.
Policy 7.2.3:
In order to protect manatees, marinas shall be discouraged in
designated manatee critical habitat unless other protective
measures are provided. (Reference Policy 11. 1. 5) .
Policy 7.2 .4: The County will work with appropriate State and
Federal agencies to identify areas where propeller driven boats
will be prohibited.
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OBJECTIVE 7.3:
By January 1, 1992, the County shall develop and implement programs
for protecting fisheries and other animal wildlife.
• Policy 7.3.1:
The County shall continue to enforce its existing sea turtle
protection ordinance which provides standards for shielding outdoor
lighting, protecting nests from surrounding construction
activities, and relocating nests.
• Policy 7.3.2:
Prepare a guide for homeowners and builders which explains the need
for protecting sea turtles and how this can be accomplished.
* * Policy 7.3.3:
By the time mandated for the adoption of land development
regulations pursuant to Chapter 163. 3202 , F.S. , including any
amendments thereto, the County will prepare management guidelines
to be incorporated as stipulations for land development orders and
to inform land owners and the general public of proper practices to
reduce disturbances to eagle nests, red-cockaded woodpeckers,
Florida Panther, and wood stork habitat. By January 1, 1992, the
County will complete the preparations of management guidelines for
other species of special status.
* * Policy 7.3.4:
Until management guidelines are prepared, the County will evaluate
and apply applicable recommendations of Technical Assistance to
Local, and U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service federal guidelines
regarding the protection of species of special status as
stipulations to development orders.
Policy 7.3.5:
The County's policy is to protect gopher tortoise burrows wherever
they are found. It is recognized, however, that there will be
unavoidable conflicts which will require relocation of burrows.
The suitability of alternate sites should be evaluated as to:
a. physical suitability of the site,
b. long-term protection,
c. conflicts with other management objectives for the
land, and
d. costs of relocation.
* * Amended May, 1990
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* * Policy 7.3. 6:
A species survey to include at a minimum, species of special statusk„
that are known to inhabit biological communities similar to those
existing on site and conducted in accordance with the requirements
of the Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission shall be
required for developments greater than 10 acres as part of the
County's EIS review process.
* * Policy 7.3.7:
The County shall notify the Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish
Commission of the existence of any species with special status that
may be discovered as a result of the species survey required in
Policy 7. 3. 6.
* * Policy 7.3.8:
By July 1, 1990, the County will review and revise, if necessary,
its existing ordinances regulating exotic species (Ordinance 82-37,
The Exotic Plant Ordinance, Ordinance 74-9, The Exotic Fish
Ordinance, Ordinance 82-2, the Zoning Code) , which provide for
appropriate possession, use, and harvesting of undesirable exotic
species, as identified by ordinance.
* * Policy 7.3.9:
The County will support the efforts of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service's Panther Recovery Plan by designating significant portions
of the known habitat for the County's Florida Panther as "Areas of
Environmental Concern" on the County Future Land Use Map.
* * Amended May, 1990
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GOAL 8: THE COUNTY SHALL MAINTAIN COLLIER COUNTY'S EXISTING AIR
QUALITY.
OBJECTIVE 8.1:
All activities in the County shall comply with all applicable
federal and state air quality standards.
Policy 8.1.1:
The County will rely on the Florida Department of Environmental
Regulation, the Florida Division of Forestry or the local fire
departments as appropriate under their jurisdiction to permit and
visually inspect the permitted air pollutant sources in the County.
Policy 8.1.2:
The fire departments and the County will receive complaints
concerning air pollution problems and refer them to the Florida
Department of Environmental Regulation, Florida Division of
Forestry, or the local fire departments as appropriate.
Policy 8.1.3:
The local fire departments, Florida Department of Environmental
Regulation, and the Florida Division of Forestry will investigate
and act on complaints that are called in or referred to them.
reset
Policy 8.1.4:
�. Automobile emissions will be reduced by the policy of the Sheriff's
Department to stop smoking vehicles and either warn or ticket the
operator for the offense, and by the policy of the County to
require bike paths or sidewalks on new subdivisions and major
County roadways and improvements.
Policy 8.1.5:
By January 1, 1992, the County shall investigate the need for a
more comprehensive local air quality monitoring program.
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GOAL 9: THE COUNTY SHALL APPROPRIATELY MANAGE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
AND WASTE TO PROTECT THE COUNTY'S POPULACE AND NATURAL
RESOURCES AND TO ENSURE THE HIGHEST ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY.
OBJECTIVE 9. 1
By March 31, 1989 the County shall develop and implement a
hazardous materials emergency response plan.
Policy 9.1.1:
The plan shall be developed in cooperation with the Southwest
Florida Regional Planning Council and the local planning committee
established under Title III.
Policy 9.1.2:
The plan shall identify a community coordinator, facility
coordinators, and other federal, state and local agency contacts
(especially the City of Naples) including the responsibilities and
duties of each agency.
Policy 9.1.3:
The plan shall identify emergency notification procedures and lines
of communication among reacting agencies.
Policy 9.1.4:
The plan shall provide a description of community and industry
emergency equipment and facilities and the identity of persons
responsible for them.
Policy 9.1.5:
The plan shall address hazardous substances, transportation routes,
location of significant hazardous materials, probable affected
areas in the event of a release, and emergency evacuation plans.
Policy 9. 1. 6:
A training program shall be developed for emergency response
personnel.
Policy 9. 1.7:
The Collier County Emergency Management Department shall be
responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating the
effectiveness of the plan, including periodic updates.
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OBJECTIVE 9.2:
By September 30, 1992 the County shall verify the disposal
practices of 1200 potential generators of hazardous waste.
Policy 9.2.1:
During the verification visits the County shall advise businesses
on proper management and disposal of hazardous wastes and shall
encourage the reduction of hazardous waste through recycling.
Policy 9.2.2:
The verification visits shall concentrate on businesses generating
waste oil and spent solvents and other hazardous waste in areas
close to potable wellfields.
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OBJECTIVE 9.3:
The Collier County Solid Waste Department shall continue to hold (
its hazardous waste collection day at least once per year.
Policy 9.3.1:
The hazardous waste collection day shall target residential
households but also allow small businesses to participate to some
extent.
Policy 9.3.2:
Local community groups shall be involved in developing a public
informational campaign.
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OBJECTIVE 9.4:
By September 30, 1989, the County shall establish a local storage
tank compliance program.
Policy 9.4.1:
The County shall enter into a contract with Department of
Environmental Regulation under the Super Act provisions in order to
avoid any duplication of effort.
Policy 9.4.2:
The County shall concentrate on storage tank installation,
inspection, and contractor certification and oversight of
maintenance and monitoring of petroleum contamination sites. The
County shall assess the need for secondary containment of storage
tank and line systems especially in areas close to potable
wellfields.
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OBJECTIVE 9.5:
By August 31, 1989 the County shall adopt an ordinance regulating C
the use of septic tanks serving industrial and manufacturing
activities.
Policy 9.5.1:
Establish a monitoring program for small quantity generators that
dispose hazardous waste into septic tank systems to determine
hazardous constituents in the septage and in the ground water.
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GOAL 10: THE APPROPRIATE SERVICES AND INFRASTRUCTURE AS REQUIRED
TO MAINTAIN THE LEVEL OF SERVICE STANDARDS SHALL BE
PROVIDED IN THE COASTAL AREA AS THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
IN THE FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT OCCURS.
OBJECTIVE 10.1:
The Level of Service standards for the provision of infrastructure
sufficient to serve development in the coastal area are identified
in the following policies.
Policy 10.1.1:
County Roads : County arterial and collector roads: Level of
Service as indicated "_" below on the basis of peak hours, peak
season traffic volume:
Level of Service "E" on the following designated roads:
Roads From To
Airport Road Pine Ridge Road Golden Gate Parkway
Golden Gate Parkway Airport Road Santa Barbara Blvd.
Goodlette-Frank Road Pine Ridge Road Golden Gate Parkway
Goodlette-Frank Road Golden Gate Parkway US 41
Pine Ridge Road Airport Road I-75
Level of Service "D" peak hour, peak season on all other County
arterial and collector roads, however any section of road may
operate at Level of Service "E" for a period not to exceed two
fiscal years following the determination of Level of Service "E" in
order to provide the County with time to restore Level of Service
"D" be making appropriate improvements.
State and Federal Roads
Freeways
A. Rural/Urban with population less than 50, 000 = C
B. Urbanized Areas with Population 50, 000 or more = D
C. Special Transportation Area = E
Rural Arterials and Extensions of Rural Principal
Arterials into and through Urban areas
A. Rural/Urban = C
B. Urbanized Areas = D
C. Special Transportation Area = E
Other Urban Arterials Not Included Above
A. Rural/Urban = D
B. Urbanized Areas = E
C. Special Transportation Area = E
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* Policy 10. 1.2: f
County Surface Water Management Systems : Future "private"
developments - water quantity and quality standards as specified int
Collier County Ordinances 74-50 and 90-10.
Existing "private" developments and existing or future public
drainage facilities - those existing levels of service identified
(be design storm return frequency event) by the completed portions
of the Water Management Master Plan as listed in the Drainage/Water
Management Subelement of the Public Facilities Element.
Policy 10.1.3:
County Potable Water Systems
County Systems - 135 gallons per day per capita plus 21% for
non-residential
City of Naples = 300 gallons per capita per day
Private potable water systems: 135 gallons per capita per day plus
21% for non-residential except
where exempted in the Potable Water
Sub-element
Policy 10. 1.4:
County sanitary sewer systems
County systems - 100 gallons per day per capita plus 21% for
non-residential
City of Naples = 150 gallons per capita per day
Private sanitary sewer systems: 100 gallons per capita per day
plus 21% for non-residential
except where exempted in the
Sanitary Sewer Element.
Policy 10.1.5:
County solid waste disposal facilities
1.55 tons of solid waste per capita per year
Two years of landfill lined cell disposal capacity at present fill
rates
Ten years of landfill raw land capacity at present fill rates.
* Amended February 5, 1991
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Policy 10.1. 6:
County parks and recreation facilities
Regional park land = 2.9412 acres per 1,000 population
Community park land = 1.2882 acres per 1, 000 population
Recreation facilities = $122 . 00 capital investment per capita (at
current cost)
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OBJECTIVE 10.2:
It is an objective of Collier County that adequate public facility
capacity commensurate with the demand created by developed lands be '
available in the Coastal Management area. No development order may
be issued in violation of the concurrency management system and
level of service standards adopted as a part of this Plan.
Policy 10.2.1:
By the end of the time period allowed by Chapter 163, Florida
Statutes, the County shall adopt a Land Development Regulation to
implement the concurrency management system and level of service
standards.
Policy 10.2.2:
Development or redevelopment will be allowed within the coastal
area as long as it is consistent with the Future Land Use,
Conservation and Coastal Management, and Capital Improvement
Elements. Public facility improvements to ensure infrastructure
adequate to serve the allowable development densities and
sufficient funding for the provision of this infrastructure shall
be provided on a phased basis as shown in the Capital Improvement
Element. The phasing of improvements shall be updated annually
based on population projections, land use forecasts, service level
trends, and capacity analyses. Land uses forecasts shall be based
on the following standards in the Future Land Use Element:
a. New zoning shall be limited to densities consistent with '
the Future Land Use Element in the Urban Designated
portion of the coastal area;
b. A maximum of one residential unit per 5 gross acres may
be permitted in the Rural Designated portion of the
coastal area;
c. Existing zoning which is not vested shall be subject to
zoning re-evaluation.
Policy 10.2 .3:
Areas of service for public facilities shall concentrate on urban
designated areas. Service areas for potable water and sewer shall
be those established in the Public Facilities Element.
Policy 10.2 .4:
The above Level of Service standard policies are consistent with
the Capital Improvement Element and their timely implementation
will be ensured through the Concurrency Management Plan outlined in
the Capital Improvement Element.
Policy 10.2.5:
Infrastructure projects shall be consistent with coastal area
resource protection and safe evacuation measures contained in this
element.
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d. disturbed marine wetlands,
e. viable, unaltered uplands,
f. viable, unaltered freshwater wetlands,
g. viable, unaltered marine wetlands.
Policy 11. 1.5:
In order to protect manatees, marinas shall be discouraged in
designated manatee critical habitat unless other protective
measures are provided. (Reference Policy 7 .2.3)
Policy 11. 1.6:
New marinas shall conform to the following criteria:
a. Marinas must provide vehicular parking and sewage
pump-out facilities;
b. Fueling facilities shall be designed to contain spills
from on-land equipment and shall be prepared to contain
spills in the water
c. Marina facilities must be accessible to all public
services essential to ensure their safe operation
d. Marinas and multi-slip docking facilities shall prepare
hurricane plans for approval which describe measures to
be taken to minimize damage to marina sites and
neighboring properties and the environment; this
hurricane plan shall be reviewed and approved by the
County.
e. Dry storage should be encouraged over wet storage.
Policy 11.1.7:
Marinas and other water-dependent and water-related uses shall
conform to other applicable policies regarding development in
marine wetlands. Marinas that propose to destroy wetlands shall
provide for use by the general public.
Policy 11.1.8:
All new marinas that propose to destroy viable naturally
functioning marine wetlands shall demonstrate, the economic need
and feasibility for such development.
Policy 11.1.9:
These policies shall serve as criteria for the review of proposed
development in "ST" designated lands.
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OBJECTIVE 11.2:
The County shall continue to insure that access to beaches, shores
and waterways remain available to the public and by December 31,
1992 develop a program to expand the availability of such access
and a method to fund its acquisition.
Policy 11.2 .1:
Existing access for the public to the beach shall be maintained by
new development. New beachfront development shall show on their
site-plans existing beach access ways and the proposed development
shall continue that access way, relocate it on the site, or donate
it to the County.
Policy 11.2.2:
Evaluate appropriate public access intervals for renourished
beaches considering the demand for recreation and the ability of
the natural system to support the demand. If existing access is not
sufficient, then the County shall acquire additional access points
as a part of the renourishment project.
Policy 11.2.3:
A credit towards any developed recreation and open space impact fee
shall be given for developments which provide public access
facilities.
Policy 11.2 .4:
All public access facilities shall include parking facilities and
roadway access.
Policy 11.2.5:
The County shall accept donations of shoreline lands suitable for
use as public access facilities.
Policy 11.2 .6:
The County shall coordinate with State and Federal agencies
regarding use of and access to Federal and State owned properties
in the Coastal Zone for public use.
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OBJECTIVE 11.3:
Until the Coastal Barrier and Beach System Management Plan is
adopted (Objective 11.6) , undeveloped coastal barriers shall be
maintained predominantly in their natural state and their natural
function shall be protected, maintained and enhanced.
Policy 11.3.1:
"Undeveloped" coastal barrier systems shall be defined as set forth
in the Federal Guidelines based on the amount of structures per
acre of fastlands and for which no development approval or permits
have been issued by Collier County, or plats recorded. "Fastlands"
are the upland area as defined in the Federal Guidelines.
Policy 11.3.2:
Any development activities on an undeveloped coastal barrier must
be compatible with protection of the natural form and function of
the coastal barrier system.
Policy 11.3.3:
The highest and best use of undeveloped coastal barriers are as
functioning natural systems; therefore the first alternative to
development should be consideration of acquisition by or for the
public benefit to preserve the natural function.
Policy 11.3.4:
Public expenditure shall be limited to property acquisition and for
public safety, education, restoration, exotic removal, recreation
and research facilities that will not substantially alter the
natural characteristics and the natural function of the undeveloped
coastal barrier system.
Policy 11.3.5:
Native or other County approved vegetation shall be required as the
stabilizing medium in any coastal barrier vegetation or restoration
program.
Policy 11.3. 6:
Prohibit construction of structures seaward of the Coastal
Construction Control Line on undeveloped coastal barriers.
Exception shall be for passive recreational structures, access
crossovers, and where enforcement would not allow any reasonable
economic utilization of such property. In the latter event,
require construction that minimizes interference with natural
function of such coastal barrier system.
Policy 11.3.7:
Participate in and encourage regional and state programs to acquire
naturally functioning, undeveloped coastal barrier systems to
insure the preservation of their natural function.
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Policy 11.3.8:
Development density on undeveloped coastal barrier systems shall
not exceed the lowest density provided in the Future Land Use
Element.
Policy 11.3.9:
Native vegetation on undeveloped coastal barriers should be
preserved. To the extent that native vegetation is lost during
land development activities and the remaining native vegetation can
be supplemented without damaging or degrading its natural function,
any native vegetation lost during construction shall be replaced by
supplementing with compatible native vegetation on site. All
exotic vegetation shall be removed and replaced with native
vegetation where appropriate.
Policy 11.3.10:
No new bridges, causeways, paved roads or commercial marinas shall
be permitted to or on undeveloped barrier systems.
Policy 11.3.11:
Shoreline hardening structures (e.g. , rip-rap, seawalls, groins,
etc. ) shall not be allowed on undeveloped coastal barriers except
in the interest of public safety or of land use related hardship.
Policy 11.3.12 :
Require the use of the "Planned Unit Development" (PUD) provisions
of the zoning ordinance for new developments or redevelopment's
proposed to take place within areas identified as Coastal Barrier
system with the exception of one single family dwelling unit on a
single parcel.
Policy 11.3.13:
These policies shall be implemented through the existing "ST"
zoning procedures.
Policy 11.3.14:
Substantial alteration of the natural grade on undeveloped coastal
barriers by filling or excavation shall be prohibited except as a
part of an approved dune and/or beach restoration program, or as
part of a DER approved wastewater treatment system or as part of an
approved public development plan.
Policy 11.3.15:
Agriculture and timbering are not exempt from the above goals,
objectives, and policies related to coastal barrier systems.
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OBJECTIVE 11.4:
Until the Coastal Barrier and Beach System Management Plan is
adopted (Objective 11.6) , protect developed coastal barriers and
developed shorelines by establishing mechanisms or projects which
limit the effects of development and which help in the restoration
of the natural functions of coastal barriers and affected beaches
and dunes.
Policy 11.4.1:
Promote environmentally acceptable and economically feasible
restoration of the developed coastal barriers and the urban beach
and dune systems.
Policy 11.4.2:
Prohibit further shore hardening projects except where necessary to
protect existing structures, considering the total beach system and
adjacent properties.
Policy 11.4.3:
Prohibit activities which would result in man induced shoreline
erosion beyond the natural beach erosion cycle or that would
deteriorate the beach and dune system.
Policy 11.4.4:
Require dune stabilization and restoration improvements in land
development projects along beach areas.
Policy 11.4.5:
Initiate and support beach and dune restoration and preservation
programs where appropriate.
Policy 11.4.6:
Require native vegetation as landscaping in development activities
in developed coastal barrier systems and on the beach and dune
systems.
Policy 11.4.7:
Prohibit construction seaward of the Coastal Construction Control
Line except where the same would be permitted pursuant to the
provisions of the Florida Coastal Zone Protection Act of 1985 or
where said prohibition would result in no reasonable economic
utilization of the property in questions, or for safety reasons.
In such cases, construction will be as far landward as is
practicable and effects shall be minimized on the beach and dune
system and the natural functions of the coastal barrier system.
Policy 11.4.8:
Construction seaward of the Coastal Construction Control Line will
be allowed for public access and protection and restoration of
beach resources. Construction seaward of the Coastal Construction
Control Line shall not interfere with sea turtle nesting, will
utilize native vegetation for dune stabilization, will maintain the
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natural beach profile, will minimize interference with natural
f beach dynamics, and where appropriate will restore the historical
dunes and will vegetate with native vegetation.
Policy 11.4.9:
Seawall construction fronting the Gulf of Mexico shall be
prohibited except in extreme cases of hardship.
Policy 11.4.10:
Vehicle traffic or traffic on the beach and primary dunes shall be
prohibited except for emergency and approved maintenance purposes.
The County shall enforce this requirement with the existing Vehicle
On The Beach Ordinance.
Policy 11.4.11:
Develop tax incentives and other land use incentives to encourage
additional access or parking areas to provide utilization of the
high capacity urban beaches.
Policy 11.4.12 :
In permitting the repair and/or reconstruction of shore parallel
engineered stabilization structures, require, where appropriate, at
a minimum:
a. All damaged seawalls will be replaced with, or fronted
by, rip-rap.:, ( b. Where appropriate, repaired structures will be redesigned
and/or relocated landward to match up with adjacent
structures.
Policy 11.4.13:
Development and redevelopment proposals shall consider the
implications of potential rise in sea level.
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OBJECTIVE 11.5:
For undeveloped shorelines, provide improved opportunities for (Ir
recreational, educational, scientific, and esthetic enjoyment of
coastal resources by protecting beaches and dunes and by utilizing
or where necessary establishing construction standards which will
minimize the impact of manmade structures on the beach and dune
systems.
Policy 11.5. 1:
Recreation that is compatible with the natural functions of beaches
and dunes is the highest and best land use.
Policy 11.5.2 :
By 1990, prioritize acquisition efforts in order to meet the
projected need for additional public beaches.
Policy 11.5.3:
Prohibit activities which would result in man induced shoreline
erosion beyond the natural beach erosion cycle or that would
deteriorate the beach dune system.
Policy 11.5.4:
Prohibit construction of any structure seaward of the Coastal
Construction Control Line. Exception shall be for passive
recreational structures, access crossovers, and where enforcement
would not allow any reasonable economic utilization of such
property. In the latter event, require construction that minimizes
interference with natural function of such beaches and dunes.
Policy 11.5.5:
Prohibit motorize vehicles on the beaches and dunes except for
emergency and maintenance purposes. The County shall enforce this
requirement with the existing Vehicle On The Beach Ordinance.
Policy 11.5.7:
Regulate activities so that they will not threaten the stability of
the dunes or the beach itself.
Policy 11.5.8:
Pursue the acquisition of undeveloped beaches and dunes as the
first alternative to development.
Policy 11.5.9:
Prohibit shoreline armoring processes and encourage non-structural
methods for stabilizing beaches and dunes.
Policy 11.5. 10:
Prohibit construction seaward of the Coastal Construction Control
Line except as follows:
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/ a. Construction will be allowed for public access;
b. For protection and restoration of beach resources;
c. In cases of demonstrated land use related hardship or
safety concerns as specified in the 1985 Florida Coastal
Zone Protection Act, there shall be no shore armoring
allowed except in cases of public safety.
Policy 11.5.11:
Construction activities shall not interfere with the sea turtle
nesting, shall preserve or replace any native vegetation on the
site, and shall maintain the natural beach profile and minimize
interference with the natural beach dynamics and function.
Policy 11.5.12:
The County will waive all other non-safety related set-back
requirements and site planning requirements before allowing
construction seaward of the Coastal Construction Control Line.
Policy 11.5.13:
For all beach front land development related projects require dune
stabilization and restoration improvements, the removal of exotic
vegetation, and replacement with native vegetation, as appropriate.
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OBJECTIVE 11.6:
By August 1, 1990, the County shall adopt a Coastal Barrier and
Beach System Management Program.
Policy 11.6.1:
The program shall include the management, guidelines and
performance standards prepared for the undeveloped coastal barriers
contained within the coastal barrier and estuarine NRPA (Policy
1.3 .2) .
Policy 11. 6.2:
The program shall address County resource management policies and
procedures for all County jurisdiction beaches, dunes and coastal
barriers (both developed and undeveloped) .
Policy 11.6.3:
The program shall be based in part on the beach, dune and coastal
barrier data, analyses and management recommendations contained in
the County's coastal management program technical reports and the
Collier County Beach Management Studies.
Policy 11.6. 4:
The program shall consider the implications of a potential rise in
sea level.
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GOAL 12: THE COUNTY SHALL PROVIDE FOR THE PROTECTION,
PRESERVATION, AND SENSITIVE RE-USE OF HISTORIC RESOURCES.
OBJECTIVE 12.1:
To protect historic and archaeological resources in Collier County.
Policy 12. 1. 1:
By 01 August 1990, develop and adopt regulations for developments
and other land alteration activities that ensure the conservation,
sensitive re-use, preservation of significant historic and
archaeological resources, or appropriate mitigation in accordance
with state standards.
Policy 12 .1.2:
In the interim period until adoption of the regulations mentioned
in Policy 12 . 1. 1, there shall be no loss of historic or
archaeological resources on County-owned property and historic
resources on private property shall be protected, preserved or
utilized in a manner that will allow their continued existence.
Conservation techniques shall include at a minimum:
a. During the development permit review process, historic or
archaeological sites shall be identified and shown on the
site plans;
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b. The County shall establish waivers for non-safety related
set back requirements and site planning requirements in
order to accommodate historic structures or historic
sites within a proposed development;
c. As an alternative to preserving archaeological sites, the
Owner may allow excavation of the site by the State of
Florida Division of Historic Resources or the approved
alternate prior to development. Should a site be
scientifically excavated, then development may proceed
without preserving the site;
d. The County shall accept donations of historic or
archaeological sites;
e. Archaeological sites that are to be preserved may be
utilized to satisfy required setbacks, buffer strips or
open space up to the maximum area required by development
regulations. Conservation of such historic or
archaeological sites shall qualify for any open space
requirements mandated by development regulations.
Policy 12 . 1.3:
If, during the course of site clearing, excavation, or other
constructional activities, an archaeological or historical site,
artifact, or other indicator is discovered, development activities
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at that specific archaeological site shall be immediately stopped
and the appropriate agency notified. Development will be suspended
for a sufficient length of time to enable the County or a
designated consultant to assess the find and determine the proper
course of action in regard to its salvageability. The County will
respond to any such notification in a timely and efficient manner
so as to provide only a minimal interruption to any constructional
activity.
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GOAL 13: THE COUNTY SHALL MAKE EVERY REASONABLE EFFORT TO ENSURE
THE PUBLIC SAFETY, HEALTH AND WELFARE OF PEOPLE AND
PROPERTY FROM THE EFFECTS OF HURRICANE STORM DAMAGE.
OBJECTIVE 13.1:
Encourage the undertaking of activities necessary to attain by
1994 , hurricane evacuation time for a Category 3 storm at a maximum
of 28 hours as defined by the 1987 Southwest Regional Hurricane
Plan Update, and by 1999, 27.2 hours. Activities will include
on-site sheltering for mobile home developments, increased shelter
space, and maintenance of equal or lower densities of the Category
1 hurricane vulnerability zone in the land use plan.
Policy 13.1. 1:
A comprehensive awareness program will be developed and publicized
prior to May 30th of each year. Evacuation zones and routings shall
be printed in each local newspaper. By May 30, 1989, each hotel/
motel in the Category 1, and 2, and 3 hazard zones will be given a
poster denoting the vulnerability zones, shelters, and evacuation
routes to the shelter or out of the County. This information shall
be made readily available to all guests.
Policy 13. 1.2:
Land use plan amendments in the Category 1 hurricane vulnerability
zone shall only be considered if such increases in densities
provide appropriate mitigation to reduce the impacts of hurricane
evacuation times.
Policy 13.1.3:
The County shall identify shelter space that complies with Red
Cross standards for 45, 000 persons by 1994 and 60, 000 by 1999.
Shelter space will be determined at the rate of 20 square feet per
person.
Policy 13. 1.4:
By 1990 an ordinance shall be adopted so that each new mobile home
community in the Category 1, 2 and 3 vulnerability zones shall
include a structure built to appropriate code for use as shelter
during a hurricane. Building will be of such a size to house park
residents at the rate of 20 sq. ft per resident. Resident size
will be estimated by averaging park population during the
June-November time frame. On-site shelters shall be elevated to a
minimum height equal to or above the worst case Category 3
hurricane flooding level according to the most current "SLOSH"
numerical prediction model. Shelters shall be constructed to
withstand 140 mph; shall provide adequate glass protection by
shutters or boards; shall be equipped with adequate emergency
electrical power and potable water supplies; and shall provide for
adequate ventilation, sanitary facilities and first-aid equipment,
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Policy 13.1.5:
The directors of the Transportation and Emergency Management (^
Departments will review, at least annually, evacuation route road
needs to assure that necessary improvements are incorporated within
the Capital Improvement and Traffic Circulation Element projects,
as indicated in Table 1 of the Appendix.
Policy 13.1. 6:
The County shall update the hurricane evacuation portion of Collier
County Peacetime Emergency Plan prior to June 1st of each year by
integrating all regional and state emergency plans in the
identification of emergency evacuation routes.
Policy 13.1.7:
The County's land development regulations shall include mitigation
policies addressing flood plains, beach and dune alteration and
storm water management.
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OBJECTIVE 13.2:
The County shall ensure that building and development activities
are carried out in a manner which minimizes the danger to life and
property from hurricanes. The public shall limit its expenditures
involving beach and dune restoration and renourishment, road
repair, publicly owned seawalls, docking and parking area. All
future unimproved requests for development in the coastal high
hazard areas will be denied.
Policy 13.2.1:
The Hazard Mitigation Annex of the peacetime Emergency Plan (PEP)
shall be reviewed and updated every three (3) years beginning in
1988. The Director shall also incorporate hazard mitigation
reports from other agencies into the Peacetime Emergency Plan.
Policy 13.2 .2 :
The calculated needs for public facilities will be based on the
adopted level of service standards and future growth projections
within the coastal high hazard area. The Future Land Use Element
limits new residential development, (thus obligation to
infrastructure expenditures) to a maximum of four dwelling units
per gross acre within the coastal high hazard area. In addition,
existing zoning not vested shall be re-evaluated within three years
and may change to a density level consistent with the Future Land
Use Element.
Policy 13.2.3:
The County shall participate in the National Flood Insurance
Program (NFIP) .
Policy 13.2.4:
The County shall maintain requirements for structural wind
resistance as stated in the latest approved edition of the Southern
Standard Building Code.
Policy 13.2.5:
The County shall consider the coastal high-hazard area as that area
seaward of the Coastal Construction Control Line and the National
Flood Insurance Program (v) zones, whichever, is the most landward.
In Collier County, the NFIP V Zone is landward of the Coastal
Construction Line. The land-mass seaward of the line is considered
the coastal high-hazard area.
Policy 13.2. 6:
The County shall require that all new sanitary sewer facilities in
the coastal high-hazard flood area be flood proofed, be designed to
reduce leakage of raw sewage during flood events to the maximum
extent practicable, and new septic tanks shall be fitted with
back-flow preventers.
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Policy 13.2.7:
By 1990, assess all unimproved property within the coastal high
hazard area and make recommendations on appropriate land use.
Policy 13.2.8:
Public facilities that are dependent on County funding shall not be
built in the coastal high-hazard area unless the facility is
designed for public access or for resource restoration.
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OBJECTIVE 13.3:
The County shall develop and maintain a task force that will plan
and guide a unified County response to post-hurricane disasters.
Policy 13.3.1:
The Peacetime Emergency Plan (PEP) shall comply with the policies
under this objective, and shall contain step-by-step details for
post disaster recovery.
Policy 13.3.2:
After a hurricane that necessitated an evacuation, the Board of
County Commissioners shall meet to hear preliminary damage
assessments. This will be done prior to re-entry of the
population. At that time, the Commission will activate the
recovery task force and consider a temporary moratorium on building
activities not necessary for the public health, safety and welfare.
Policy 13.3.3:
The recovery task force shall include local law enforcement
authorities, the Community Development Administrator, Public Works
Administrator, Planning and Zoning Director, Emergency Management
Director and other members as directed by the Board of County
Commissioners. Representatives from municipalities receiving damage
from the storm should also be members of the recovery task-force.
Policy 13.3.4:
The recovery task force shall review and decide upon emergency
building permits, coordinate with state and federal officials to
prepare disaster assistance applications, analyze and recommend to
the County Commission hazard mitigation options including
reconstruction or relocation of damaged public facilities,
recommend amendments to the Comprehensive Plan, Peacetime Emergency
Plan and other appropriate policies and procedures.
Policy 13.3.5:
Immediate repair and clean-up actions needed to protect the public
health and safety include repairs to potable water, wastewater, and
power facilities, debris removal, stabilization or removal of
structures that are in danger of collapsing, and minimal repairs to
make dwellings habitable. These actions shall receive first
priority in permitting decisions.
Policy 13.3. 6:
Structures in the coastal high-hazard area which have suffered
damage to pilings, foundations, or load-bearing walls on one or
more occasion shall be required to rebuild landward of their
current location or to modify the structure to mitigate any
recurrence of repeated damage.
Policy 13.3.7:
The County shall develop and adopt prior to May 30, 1989, a formal
decision-making process to evaluate options for damaged public
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facilities including abandonment, repair in place, relocations, and
reconstruction with structural modifications. This process shall (
consider these options in light of factors such as cost to
construct, cost to maintain, recurring damage, impacts on land use,
impacts on the environment and public safety.
Policy 13.3.8:
By 1994, the County shall maintain a contingency fund equal to 25%
of the value of County public facilities in the coastal high-hazard
area in order to cover the local government match for disaster
assistance grants.
Policy 13.3.9:
Within 30 days of a hurricane resulting in disaster the County
shall identify non-public structures in the coastal high-hazard
area, inventory their assessed value, judge the utility of the land
for public access and make recommendations for acquisition during
post-disaster recovery.
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OBJECTIVE 13.4:
The County shall make every reasonable effort to meet the emergency
preparedness requirements of people with special needs such as the
elderly, handicapped, the infirmed and those requiring
transportation from a threatened area.
Policy 13.4.1:
All new hospitals, nursing homes, and adult congregate living
facilities shall prepare an emergency preparedness plan for
approval by the Emergency Management Department prior to receiving
a final development order.
Policy 13.4.2:
The County, in cooperation with other public agencies and public
service groups, shall make a reasonable effort to provide for the
emergency transportation needs of people having limited mobility
that do not reside in licensed institutions serving people with
special needs.
Policy 13.4.3:
The County, in cooperation with the Department of Health and
Rehabilitation Services and other public service groups shall make
a reasonable effort to provide basic medical services in selected
shelters designated as special needs shelters.
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GOAL 14: THE COUNTY SHALL AVOID UNNECESSARY DUPLICATION OF
EXISTING REGULATORY PROGRAMS. \
OBJECTIVE 14.1:
To establish, prior to the adoption of any land development
regulation to implement this element, including but not limited to
NRPA management guidelines and watershed management plans, a
program to review such regulations and identify existing regulatory
programs exercised by regional, state, or federal agencies with
jurisdiction over the activities sought to be regulated.
Policy 14.1.1:
There will be no unnecessary duplication of existing regional,
state, or federal permitting programs.
Policy 14.1.2:
The County may adopt regulations to strengthen existing permitting
programs.
Policy 14.1.3:
Prior to adopting any new regulations to implement this element,
the following guidelines shall be met:
a. It fulfills an important need not presently adequately
met by existing regional, state, or federal regulation.
b. The regulation can be effectively and efficiently (.
administered by authorized increases to County staff.
c. The cost to the County of implementing the regulation
shall have been identified and considered.
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