A. Storm water drainage systems are a common feature of urban development.

B. Storm water drainage systems must be regularly inspected, maintained, and repaired as necessary in order to function and perform as designed and to reduce or remove pollution and/or to reduce flooding.

C. If not adequately maintained, storm water drainage systems can become less effective in preventing pollutants from entering surface waters and groundwater.

D. If not adequately managed, storm water drainage systems can cause considerable damage to public and private property and natural habitat, as well as creating a health and safety risk for the public and wildlife.

E. Storm water can potentially transport a significant amount of pollution to surface water bodies. Storm water needs to be adequately managed to protect Redmond’s natural habitats and wildlife and reduce the impacts of urbanization on natural systems. (Ord. 3031 § 2, 2021; Ord. 2859 § 2 (part), 2016: Ord. 2473 § 2 (part), 2009; Ord. 1870 § 1 (part), 1996).