Temporary nonmetallic mining is permitted as a conditional use
in the Agricultural and Rural Residential (AG-RES) District on parcels
20 acres or greater and is regulated in this article. This article
protects public health, safety, and general welfare and ensures that
temporary nonmetallic mining is compatible with the applicable district.
This article applies to temporary nonmetallic mining.
Temporary nonmetallic mining operations shall comply with the
following:
A. Chapter
14 of the St. Croix County Code of Ordinances;
B. Wis. Stats., Chapter 295, Subchapter I, and rules promulgated under
that subchapter;
C. Applicable provisions of this article;
D. Any requirements of the State Department of Transportation concerning
restoration of nonmetallic mining sites; and
E. The operation:
(1) Extracts a total of 10,000 cubic yards or less of material; and
(2) Does not exceed 60 days in duration; and
(3) Obtains a conditional use permit in accordance with Article
XVII of this chapter.