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In accordance with the Wetlands Conservation Act of 1991, the following regulations shall apply to wetland areas: Subd. 1. Permanent natural buffer areas and appropriate erosion control measures be taken surrounding wetland areas to prevent sedimentation of the wetland. Subd. 2. Wetlands may not be drained or filled, wholly or partially, unless approved and permitted by the Rice Creek Watershed District. replaced by restoring or creating wetland areas of at least equal public value. Wctlffild encroachment must be guided by the follov,ing principles in descending order: Subd. 3. l\'/oid the direct or indirect impact of the acti'lity that may destroy or diminish the wetland. Subd. 4. Minimizing the impact by limiting the degree or magnitude of the wetland activity and its implementation. Subd. 5. Rectify the impact by repairing, rehabilitating, or restoring the affected wetland environment. SuM. 6. Reducing or eliminating the impact over time by preservation and maintenance operations during the life oftlle activity. SuM. 7. Replacing or providing substitute wetland resources or environments. 421.12 Woodland Preservation. In residential areas, structures shall be located in such a manner that the maximum number of woodlands shall be preserved. IfIarge number oftrees is cut in residential areas, trees shall be replanted in a density and manner as approved by the City Council. Clear cutting of woodlands for non-agricultural reasons is prohibited, unless the action involves a utility or roadway, required by the public, and includes a reforestation plan as required by the City Council. 422.13 Erosion and Sedimentation Control. No land occupant or developer in the City shall cause or conduct any land disturbing activity which causes excessive erosion or sedimentation or which results in damage to water or soil resources. All development in the City shall conform to the natural limitations presented by the topography and soil types in order to minimize soil erosion and sedimentation. Erosion and sedimentation controls shall be consistent with the MPCA's "Best Management Practices" current City. state and federal regulations. Land disturbing activities shall occur in increments of workable size such that adequate erosion and sediment controls can be provided throughout all phases of the development. The smallest practical area of land shall be exposed or otherwise disturbed at anyone period oftime. Areas where natural vegetative barriers are not enough to contain erosion and sedimentation from migrating to lakes, wetlands, water courses or neig.~boring properties shall be staked with silt fences and straw bales. 11