1. Drainage initiative proposed revisions to the code of ordinances
August 8, 2017
Drainage initiative proposed revisions to the code of ordinances
Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

2. New Development- Performance Standards
No increase in runoff (25 Year Design)
No net loss in 100 year floodplain storage
All new structures meet the minimum freeboard requirements

3. Chapter 26 Zoning and Development
Development Standards
Chapter 26 Zoning and Development

4. CHAPTER 26: CALCASIEU PARISH ZONING & DEVELOPMENT CODE CHANGES
Article I General (Definitions)
Article II Subdivisions
Article III Zoning
Article IV Zoning Procedures
Article V Non-Conforming Uses
Article VI Special Districts
Article VII Technical Design Standards
Article VIII Coastal Design Management
Article IX Floodplain Management
Article X Administration

5. Draft #2 – Based on Review and Feedback
Sec : Revised language for Runoff Management Plan waivers to simplify the requirements;
Sec : Reduced design requirements following a waiver in Sec to minimize additional analysis;
Sec : Reduced survey requirements to address new technology;
Sec : Revised grading plan requirements and build-out;
Sec : Address fill restrictions for “non-RMP” developments;
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6. TIMELINE: ORDINANCE REVISIONS
August 8
Drainage Committee Meeting
Aug 9 – Sep 30
Extended period for ordinance input
October 5
October 17
Planning and Zoning Board Meeting
October 19
Police Jury Meeting