Chapter 18.85

Dairies are permitted in the ARE zone districts subject to the issuance of a conditional use permit that complies with the requirements of this chapter and Chapter 18.92. (18.85.030.A.2)

The requirements of this chapter shall be enforced through the enforcement mechanisms for conditional use permits. Any instance of noncompliance with the dairy standards constitutes a nuisance and enforcement may be through the administrative proceedings in Title 8 of the Madera County Code or by civil or criminal proceedings. (18.85.060)

The preliminary monitoring and reporting plan shall be prepared by a California professional engineer or certified hydrologist. The plan shall include regular and timely maintenance to address and correct any deficiencies noted during any inspections. Monitoring of surface water and groundwater quality must be consistent with the requirements established by the regional water quality control board. (18.85.050)

At time of application, dairy operators shall also submit a preliminary monitoring and reporting plan as required by this chapter and outlined in the dairy standards. (18.85.040.B.2)

Permitted uses are those that are permitted by right in the underlying zone district. (18.85.030.A.1)

All new and expanded dairies must submit the studies required by the standards, including drainage study, stormwater management plan, geotechnical report, groundwater evaluation, soils evaluation, hydrogeologic sensitivity assessment, comprehensive nutrient management plan, comprehensive dairy process water application plan, odor management plan, irrigation management plan, hazardous management plan, pest and vector management plan, dead animal management plan, biological resources survey, cultural resources evaluation, traffic impact study, fugitive dust emissions control plan, and light, glare and noise assessment. (18.85.040.B.1)