Grading and erosion control in Escondido

Escondido's code: You need a grading permit for more than 200 cubic yards. (Counted on any one lot; the exemption also has depth, slope and drainage-course limits.) (§ 33-1053); Grading that involves excavating less than two feet in depth; does not create a cut slope that is both greater than two feet in height and steeper than two horizontal to one vertical; involves fill slopes less than one foot in depth on natural terrain flatter than five horizontal to one vertical; does not exceed 200 cubic yards on any one lot; or does not impact a drainage course (Exempt work must not affect sensitive species or habitat, mature or protected trees or required landscaping, and must use erosion control measures) (§ 33-1053).