(1) The hearing examiner shall consider the physical characteristics of a proposed subdivision site, and may disapprove a proposed preliminary subdivision because of flood, inundation, or swamp conditions. Construction of protective improvements may be required as a condition of approval, and such improvements shall be noted on the final subdivision.

(2) No preliminary subdivision shall be approved in a special flood hazard area as defined by chapter 30.65 SCC unless the requirements of SCC 30.65.110(3) are met. (Added by Amended Ord. 02-064, Dec. 9, 2002, Eff date Feb. 1, 2003).