A.Â
Title. This chapter shall be known as the "Protection of Steep Slopes
Law of the Town of Milo," hereinafter referred to as "this chapter."
B.Â
Scope. This chapter shall apply to all lands and structures defined
and/or designated, whether classified partially or in whole, as steep
slope areas.
C.Â
Purpose. The Town Board finds and declares it to be a public policy
of the Town to:
(1)Â
Minimize erosion, pollution and environmental damage;
(2)Â
Reduce soil, pavement and building subsidence;
(3)Â
Ensure proper emergency access;
(4)Â
Comply with New York State Pollution Discharge Effluent System (SPDES)
permit requirements;
(5)Â
Comply with the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building
Code; and
(6)Â
Protect the health, safety and welfare of the public as it pertains
to construction activity conducted on steep slopes.
D.Â
Authority. This chapter is adopted pursuant to the authority granted
to the Town of Milo, New York in § 10 of the Municipal Home
Rule Law of the State of New York.