APPLICATION FOR REGULAR ZONING PERMIT

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1 DOOR COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT 421 Nebraska Street Door County Government Center Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin Phone: (920) FAX: (920) APPLICATION FOR REGULAR ZONING PERMIT TO THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR. The undersigned hereby makes application for a REGULAR ZONING PERMIT for the work described and located as shown herein. The undersigned agrees that all work shall be done in accordance with the requirements of the Door County Zoning Ordinance. 1. OWNER NAME AND MAILING ADDRESS Name No. Street City State Zip Home Phone # - - Daytime Phone # - - Cell Phone # 2. BUILDING SITE LOCATION Fire # Road Town of Local Phone # BUILDER NAME AND MAILING ADDRESS Name No. Street City State Zip Phone # - - Cell # PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION Parcel No PROPOSED USE OR PROJECT 6. SANITARY PERMIT Type of System Sanitary Permit No. Date of Issuance Approximate Date of Installation Inspections: Date Inspector Remarks Zoning District Permit Issued: (by) (date) (for) (w/conditions) 7. TOTAL NUMBER OF BEDROOMS Existing Proposed 8. BUILDING PLANS & SITE PLAN - REQUIRED (Must be drawn to scale) (For requirements see forms attached) 9. FEE SCHEDULE: Note: The footprints of multiple structures shall be added together to arrive at one total square footage. Please complete a) or b) as appropriate. a) Footprint of structure/use - please check. 120 sq. ft. $ sq. ft. $ ,000-1,999 sq. ft. $ ,000-4,999 sq. ft. $ ,000 sq. ft. and greater $ b) Misc. uses/activities $ Note: Double fee will be charged for projects started without permit. Make check payable to the Door County Treasurer in the amount of $. 10. AUTHORIZATION FOR INSPECTION I hereby authorize the Zoning Administrator(s) to enter and remain in or on the premises for which this application is made at any reasonable time for all purposes of inspection relative to this petition. 11. SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT OR AGENT Date Permit Denied (by) (date) for the following reasons: (FOR OFFICE USE ONLY) Floodplain Zoning Permit: Date Certificate of Compliance: Date SECTION T N, R E PARCEL NO.: _ Date Permit Issued: OWNER: Receipt No. Fee Date TOWN OF:

2 LAND DISTURBANCE APPLICATION Project Description 1. Purpose of project: Fill Site for Development Pond (see Pond Planner Booklet) Other (explain) Mine (under 1 acre) Dispose of Dredge spoil 2. Source of material : a. Where is material coming from?. b. Where is material going?. 3. Type of material (topsoil, sand, clay, rock, etc.): 4. Volume of material to be removed: cubic yards. deposited: cubic yards Ground area to be disturbed square feet. 6. Access to site. 7. Project start date. Project completion date. 8. Site Plan - attach. 9. Cross-sections (2) - attach. 10. Plans for revegetation DWS/jk 3/21/01

3 SITE PLAN LAND DISTURBANCE EXAMPLE House Garage 80' Proposed Land Disturbance 150'

4 CROSS SECTIONS LAND DISTURBANCE EXAMPLE Temporary Topsoil Stockpile Temporary Topsoil Stockpile Silt Fence Silt Fence 80' Existing Grade 150' POND Existing Grade Finished Bottom

5 Pond Planner At one time or another, just about every property owner with enough land thinks about building a pond. Fishing, swimming, wildlife... the view of open water, are powerful motivation. Farmers may need a pond for water supply. Urban developers may construct ponds to hold stormwater or make a site more attractive. Your purpose in building a pond determines the design features and site characteristics it needs as well as the construction method you'll want to use. There's no single recipe - or even one cookbook - for making a pond work. Building a pond that meets your needs takes planning and regular maintenance. Obtaining a permit helps make sure that you get good advice and that your construction won't harm the very values you want to enhance. Without these steps, the beautiful pond you imagine can turn out to be a muddy hole, covered with algae. It can flood sometimes - and be bone dry other times - or it may never hold water at all. POND PURPOSES What use do you have in mind for your pond? Identifying the purpose of your pond is the first step in your pond plan. It's critical to recognize that one pond can't meet all needs. Different pond purposes are often mutually exclusive. For example, a welldesigned wildlife pond is usually too shallow for swimming or for livestock watering. You may want to get professional advice on the features your pond must have in order to provide the uses you want. FEATURES OF PONDS FOR DIFFERENT PURPOSES Fishery Wildlife Water Supply Runoff Retention Swimming Adequate depth or flow for oxygen supply and cool temperature; moderate plant cover; completely drainable; irregular edge; clean water supply; protected from farm chemicals and waste Shallow, with irregular shoreline and good plant cover for nesting and food base; access to uplands yet away from building or disruptive development; water level control capability is desirable for moist soil plant management Adequate quantity at time of need; adequate quality for intended use; irrigation, fire control and stock watering all have different water supply requirements Sized to accommodate flows; designed for easy sediment removal; variable water quality and quantity Adequate depth; safe entry and exit; good water quality PICKING THE PLACE Knowing the purpose of your pond and the features it must have, you can look for appropriate sites on your property. Topography, land use, plant and animal communities, 1

6 soils, and water source determine where you can build the type of pond you want. You'll need to do some mental digging to learn about these factors before you turn any soil. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Topography Slopes and elevation at the pond site and on lands that drain toward it determine how much and how fast water flows into your pond. Combined with soil and land use information, topography determines the amount of sediment and other pollutants delivered to your pond. Your pond s elevation in relation to upstream land determines whether filling your pond will soak your neighbor s (or your own) cornfield or basement. Wetlands should not be excavated if they already attract and support diverse plant and animal communities in their natural state. You must generally dispose of materials excavated for your pond outside of wetlands or floodplain land in order to avoid damaging existing habitat or raising flood levels for yourself and your neighbors. Land Uses What land uses occur now or are likely to occur in the area around your pond? If they will disturb the soil, remove plant cover or pave the surface, silt or excess plant growth nutrients may fill your pond. If pesticides, fertilizers or other potential pollutants are used on land in the drainage basin, chances are good they ll end up in your pond. Soils The depth and type of soils beneath your proposed pond site and in the drainage area of your pond help determine the success of your pond. Are the soils stable enough to provide solid banks? Will the pond bottom be mucky? Or is it rich soil good for dense aquatic plant growth? Are the soils so permeable that your pond won t hold water? Is the drainage area highly erodible so that a lot of sediment will be delivered to your pond? Plants & Animals The plants and animals on your property and in other nearby waters are good indicators of what plants and animals will invade your new pond area for better or worse. If you are considering a pond in a wetland area, first determine whether more pond-type habitat is needed or whether natural wetland functions will be harmed by pond construction. Water Source It s critical to find out several things about your water source - (1) how much can it provide?; (2) what quality will it provide?; (3) will it always be available? and (4) who else uses it? The size of your drainage area determines how much and how fast surface water will flow into your pond. Runoff from some lands can carry heavy loads of sediment, nutrients or other contaminants. For ponds fed by surface water, dry weather means a dry pond. Groundwater is a good source if it is available at a reasonable depth. All water drawn from lakes or streams must be shared among many different users and some uses have priority in drought. 2

7 CONSTRUCTION METHODS The design features needed for your purpose and your potential sites determine which construction method you ll use. There are two basic ways to construct a pond. Excavate a basin to be filled from groundwater Dike a drainageway, such as an old farm drain or dry run Ponds are sometimes made by damming or diverting streams but these methods drastically affect existing stream values. Anytime a dike is constructed to collect water a spillway or overflow must be designed and constructed to handle excess flows. MAINTENANCE Careful planning is the best way to maintain a pond. The better the site characteristics meet the design needs, the less maintenance will be required. Maintenance is usually needed to remedy problems that result from inability of the available pond site to meet the design needs. GETTING THE ANSWERS Topography U.S.G.S. Topographic maps (Obtain a free index for ordering maps for your area from Geologic and Natural History Survey, 3817 Mineral Point Road, Madison, WI 53705, phone ) Wetland maps View these maps at your local zoning office or order from Geologic and Natural History Survey at the address below. (From Geologic and Natural History Survey as above; include your county, township, range and section number plus name, address and phone number with your order.) Floodplain maps View these maps at your local zoning office or area DNR office or order from the National Flood Insurance Program, call toll free Land Use Your own and your neighbors plans for development. F.S.A. air photos Contact the USDA Farm Service Agency office in your county Courthouse, 410 Nebraska Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI Phone # Local zoning maps Visit the Door County Planning Department, in the county courthouse, 410 Nebraska Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI Phone # Soils County soil surveys Try a local library or contact your county conservationist located in the county courthouse. Phone # Advice from county conservationist, extension agent or another expert on how to read and use them Contact these people, at the county courthouse. 3

8 Plants and animals Take walks and note the plants and animals you see on your property and in nearby ponds and wetlands. Advice from your area DNR wildlife specialist See listing of DNR offices in this brochure. Water Sources Advice from your county sanitarian, building inspector or well driller on local groundwater conditions Your county sanitarian is located in the county courthouse, building inspectors for cities and villages are usually located at the municipal building. Advice from area DNR specialists on quality and quantity of nearby waters See the listing of DNR offices in this brochure. Your own test well, dug with a posthole digger, to determine groundwater availability. CHOOSING A CONTRACTOR Unless you are willing to do the research, you may want to hire someone to plan your pond for you. In addition to your county conservationist, specialized consultants, some landscapers and some contractors provide pond design services. Before hiring a consultant or contractor, ask them what factors they would consider and where they would look for information. If they give you a description similar to the one above, then they are aware and responsible. Don t hesitate to ask them for pond sites where they have previously worked and visit them. Building a pond is a major action. If you think the construction is expensive, just imagine the bill for repairs. PERMITS You will generally need a permit or plan approval for your pond if: It is somehow connected to or within 500 of a waterway Water is diverted from a stream or lake A dam or dike is constructed Water supply is from a high capacity well There is any excavation in a floodplain, wetland or shoreland If you are in a zoned area and the excavation exceeds 1,000 Cu Yds or 10,000 Square Feet See your DNR area Water Management Specialist for applications. Be sure to check with the Door County Planning Department to see if a zoning permit is needed. Pond building may affect, often unintentionally, fish and wildlife habitat, water quality, flood levels and neighbors. The permit application process helps you plan your pond project and helps avoid environmental damage. Your permit may contain conditions or 4

9 precautions to be taken during construction and specify needed operations and maintenance activities. The permit review process covers the factors that you considered in planning your pond project. By gathering information and considering these factors as you design your pond, you can help the permit process run smoothly as well as stay on good terms with your neighbors and your environment. HINTS FOR PREPARING A GOOD APPLICATION Plan your pond and apply during the winter so that your work won t be delayed or rushed. Dig at least one soil test pit. Hire a backhoe or dig by hand. Show elevation of soil surface, water level, bedrock and changes in soil texture. i.e. (topsoil, clay, sand, gravel). You may request assistance from the Door County Soil and Water Conservation Department ( ). Enclose copies of information you gathered in planning your pond. Photocopies of topographic maps, aerial photos, zoning maps, soil survey information and similar items you ve collected can speed our review of your application. Clear photographs of the pond site and surrounding area are helpful. Make all drawings to scale and indicate the scale clearly Be sure to indicate and label on your drawing Elevation of pond bottom and banks Slope of pond banks and dikes Distance from waterway or other water body Normal elevation of nearby lake or stream surface Groundwater level at pond site Location of spoil disposal area Don't forget... Describe the benchmark used to determine elevations Indicate the volume of soil to be excavated Provide a clear address, site location maps or directions. Be sure to include a detailed site plan showing distance to property lines and roads/lanes (example attached). M:\Clerical\Pond Planner.doc 5

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12 County of Door PLANNING DEPARTMENT County Government Center 421 Nebraska Street Sturgeon Bay, WI Phone: (920) FAX: (920) Website: map.co.door.wi.us/planning WETLAND NOTICE & ACKNOWLEDGMENT According to 2009 Wisconsin Act 373, no permit may be issued until the property owner signs the statement below acknowledging that s/he received the following notice: YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLYING WITH STATE AND FEDERAL LAWS CONCERNING CONSTRUCTION NEAR OR ON WETLANDS, LAKES, AND STREAMS. WETLANDS THAT ARE NOT ASSOCIATED WITH OPEN WATER CAN BE DIFFICULT TO IDENTIFY. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN REMOVAL OR MODIFICATION OF CONSTRUCTION THAT VIOLATES THE LAW OR OTHER PENALTIES OR COSTS. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT THE DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES WETLANDS IDENTIFICATION WEB PAGE at OR CONTACT THE DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES SERVICE CENTER. By signing this, I acknowledge I have received this notice. PROPERTY OWNER NAME: SIGNATURE: DATE: PARCEL NUMBER: - - FIRE NUMBER & STREET ADDRESS OF PROJECT: M:\FORMS\2010 Wetland Desclaimer Act 373.Doc

13 Waking Up to Wetlands Know Before You Buy or Build A helpful guide for determining wetlands

14 Wetlands may not be obvious. You can take some simple steps to learn if property you re interested in buying or building on has these valuable natural resources that are protected by law. In addition, all the maps and other information you need can be found on DNR s website at dnr.wi.gov/wetlands. Click on Getting Started. Step 1: Review Maps If the maps show a wetland or a potential wetland, consult a wetland professional to verify that you have a wetland and to identify its boundaries. Step 2: Put Boots on the Ground Walk the property with this checklist*, and look for wetland clues. Photos of common plants, wetland soils and evidence of water can be viewed on DNR s website on the Physical Clues page. *This checklist is not intended to represent an inclusive listing of all wetland characteristics, but is a rough guide. You must get a professional to verify a wetland is present and determine wetland boundaries. Step 3: Explore Your Options If the maps indicate wetlands and/or you answered Yes to any wetland clue questions, a wetland is likely present. If you re buying land, please consider completing a wetland real estate addendum, found at DNR s website and attach it to your offer to purchase. This addendum allows more time to consult with a professional to verify if a wetland is present and if so, you can renegotiate or rescind your offer. If you re planning to build on land you already own, consult a wetland professional to verify wetlands and mark their boundaries so you can plan your project to avoid them. If you can t avoid them, apply for state and federal permits detailed on DNR s website and contact your local government to see if any local rules apply. Half of Wisconsin s original wetlands have been destroyed, so permit applications are reviewed carefully and are not automatically granted. Wetlands are wonderlands that are great places to enjoy and explore. Some wetlands may be in poor health making them good candidates for landowners who want to restore or enhance them. To learn more visit DNR s website. Wetland Clues Checklist Is there evidence of water? Yes No Are there ponds, lakes, streams, springs or seeps? Are there low spots where water collects or the ground is soggy for at least a week? Are there drainage channels or has the site been ditched or tiled in spots to dry it out? If the site is a farm field, are there areas where crops do not grow or the plants are stunted or yellowing during years with normal rainfall? Are there water marks or stains on tree trunks? Do trees have a shallow root system? Are there areas where water has scoured away plants and leaves, flattened vegetation or where no vegetation is growing? Are sticks, leaves, soil and other debris deposited by water in a line on plants and trees? Are water-loving plants present? Yes No Are these plants present: cattails, reed canary grass, sedges, rushes, blue flag iris, joe-pye-weed, new england aster, sensitive fern, skunk cabbage or sphagnum moss? Are these shrubs present: dogwoods, willows, alder, leatherleaf, spiraea or blueberry? Are these trees present: willows, silver maple, box elder, black or green ash, cottonwood, elm, balsam fir, tamarack or spruce? Do plants have roots growing from their stems above the soil? Do trees have multiple trunks or are the trunks expanded or swollen at the base? Are there wet soils or signs of them? Dig a hole down 20 inches: Yes No Is the soil dark brown or black? Does the soil feel moist or can you squeeze out water? Is the soil primarily peat (decaying plants) or muck? Does the hole fill partially with water or does water trickle down the sides? Is the soil gray, gray-blue or gray-green or marked with reddish or yellowish spots or dark streaks? Are there crayfish burrows -- mounds of dirt with a hole?

15 TM It Pays to Save Wetlands Landowners can Get a higher price for homes next to wetlands See birds and other wildlife right out your back door Avoid soggy basements and shifting foundations Get financial and technical assistance to restore or enhance wetlands Local communities benefit Wetlands reduce flooding Wetlands filter polluted water, keeping lakes and rivers clean Wetlands provided recreational opportunities Wetlands provide nurseries for fish and homes for wildlife For more information on locating and identifying wetlands please visit DNR s website at dnr.wi.gov/wetlands and click on Getting Started. Dave Menke, (USFWS) Joanne Kline Thomas Meyer Nan Rudd Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources P.O. Box 7921 Madison, WI The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources provides equal opportunity in its employment, programs, services, and functions under an Affirmative Action Plan. If you have any questions, please write to Equal Opportunity Office, Department of Interior, Washington, D.C This publication is available in alternative format. PUB-WT Printed on recycled paper Wisconsin REALTORS Association