Yolo County Municipal Code Art. 3 Scope and Exemptions

Unless otherwise provided in this article, no person or entity shall conduct in-channel material removal operations unless a FHDP has been approved in accordance with Chapter 4 of Title 8 of the County Code (commencing with Section 8-4.404) and a Site Specific Plan and financial assurances as described in the Act (Public Res. Code Section 2715.5) have been approved in accordance with this chapter. (as amended by Ord. 1518, eff. February 13, 2020)

This chapter shall apply only to material removal activities that occur within the area located within the boundary of Cache Creek as defined in the Cache Creek Area Plan of the Yolo County General Plan. The conduct of mining outside of the channel of Cache Creek is regulated by Chapter 4 of this title and shall not be subject to the provisions of this chapter. (as amended by Ord. 1518, eff. February 13, 2020)

The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to those activities and operations, which are exempted by Sections 2714 (e.g. farming, construction projects, etc.) and 2776 (vested rights) of the Act. Any exemption granted from the provisions of this chapter shall not, in and of itself, exempt a project or activity from the application of other applicable regulations and requirements. (as amended by Ord. 1518, eff. February 13, 2020)

Applications for exemptions shall be submitted to the Director for review and determination as to completeness. If the application is determined incomplete, the Director shall notify the applicant in writing within thirty (30) days, specifically describing the information necessary to complete the application. Upon receipt of a completed application, the Director shall determine whether the operation is exempt or is subject to the provisions of this chapter. Any person with standing may appeal the Director's decision to the Planning Commission pursuant to Article 10 of Chapter 4 or Title 10. (as amended by Ord. 1518, eff. February 13, 2020)