A. Guide development or redevelopment activities within the city of Gig Harbor with regards to stormwater drainage. The provisions of this code establish the minimum standards and construction procedures that must be met before issuance of a permit for development or redevelopment of property;

B. Minimize or eliminate the impacts of increased runoff, erosion, and sedimentation caused by land disturbance, development, and redevelopment;

C. Promote site planning and construction practices that seek to maintain the natural hydrologic conditions;

D. Require that stormwater facilities be operated, maintained, and repaired in conformance with this code. The provisions of this code establish the minimum level of compliance that must be met for maintaining stormwater facilities within the city;

E. Provide for inspection and maintenance of stormwater facilities in the city to ensure an effective and functional stormwater drainage system;

F. Not to create or otherwise establish or designate any particular class or group of persons who will or should be especially protected or benefited by the terms of this code; and

G. Meet the requirements of the city’s National Pollution Discharge Elimination System Permit for Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems. (Ord. 1169 § 2, 2009).