Description
Title: Amendment to Chapter 55 (Unified Development Code) regarding Stormwater Management Reviews - A proposal to amend Section 5.22 Stormwater Management and Soil Erosion to clarify the sites that are within the jurisdiction of the Washtenaw County Water Resources Commissioner therefore stormwater management plan reviews are deferred. Staff recommendation: Approval
Summary
The March 3, 2026, Planning Services Staff Report outlines proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code (Chapter 55) of Ann Arbor, focusing on stormwater management review and solid waste terms. The amendments clarify when stormwater management reviews must be conducted by the Washtenaw County Water Resources Commissioner (WCWRC), simplifying the criteria for affected sites. Additionally, updates to solid waste terminology ensure consistency with recent revisions in Chapter 26 on Solid Waste Management. These changes, which include clarifications on solid waste container definitions and storage requirements, aim to improve understanding and compliance for residents and developers. Ultimately, these legislative updates enhance the city's regulatory framework for environmental management and public health.