40.240.370    Uses Allowed Outright – Open Space (REPEALED)

The following uses may be allowed on lands zoned Gorge Open Space without review:

A.    Operation of existing structures, trails, roads railroads, utility facilities, and hydroelectric facilities.

B.    Emergency repair and maintenance of existing structures, trails, roads, railroads, utility facilities, and hydroelectric facilities including removal of fallen timber, rock, or other materials from road surfaces, railroad lines, and utility structures.

C.    Non-emergency repair and maintenance of existing structures, trails, roads, railroads, utility facilities, and hydroelectric facilities provided that:

1.    Ground disturbing activities only occur on sites that have been previously disturbed by human activities and do not exceed the depth and extent of existing ground disturbance;

2.    Clearing of vegetation, including tree removal, only occurs on sites that have been regularly cleared for maintaining utility facilities.