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APPENDIX 14A. - EXCLUSIVE USE ZONE I (EX-1) LANDFILLS Share Download Bookmark Print Sec. 14A-1. - Findings of fact. The following facts establish the need to place landfills into an exclusive use zone. (a) Characteristics of a Landfill. A landfill is a community facility which is a necessary part of the community's waste disposal system. The high volume of heavy truck traffic and the associated noise, odor and other potential nuisance-like characteristics suggest industrial zoning would be appropriate. However, the landfill is a limited duration use, and the filled land may not be suitable for industrial uses which require substantial weight bearing foundations. This limitation makes industrial zoning inappropriate for subsequent uses to be located on this land. Major factors in determining proper site location are the suitability of the soil and underground drainage systems, and they are not usually factors in the location of industrial zones. Therefore, the site location criteria for a landfill must be defined separately. (b) Need for Specific Standards. If proper landfill standards are not adhered to, the operation may result in an open dump, and create a serious health hazard. A completed landfill will settle and require periodic maintenance. Because of this settlement factor, special design and construction must be utilized for buildings constructed on a completed landfill. As a result of the factors listed above, landfills must be placed in an exclusive use zone, which includes specific design standards and appropriate protection for subsequent use. (Code 1983, § 14A-1; Ord. No. 155-92 , § 1, 9-3-1992) Share Download Bookmark Print