Drainage channels and floodplains, which exist and which are indicated on the master
plan of the city are essential for the maintenance of the health and general welfare
of the people of the city. Any encroachment, filling or destruction of these drainage
channels or floodplains is a violation of this chapter; provided, however, this shall
not prevent the development of the property for its best use, such as new subdivisions,
etc., when adequate facilities, as shall be determined by the building inspector,
are provided to maintain the prime purpose of the drainage channel or floodplain,
i.e., the uninterrupted flow of surface water. Said development shall be, among other
things, done in compliance with chapter 18 and subsequent amendments.
