§ 8.69.110. Agricultural processing uses—Wineries.

On properties overlying groundwater basins that have been certified Level of Severity III pursuant to the county's resource management system, the following standards apply to all winery uses as defined by Title 22, Land Use Ordinance Section 22.30.070.D.2.

(1)

Water conserving measures shall be used for activities during the winemaking process including crush operations, press, tank, and barrel washing and barrel soaking. These measures could include, but not be limited to:

a.

Conducting crush and press activities outside and covered wherever feasible to reduce "baking" of waste material on equipment surface.

b.

Pre-cleaning with appropriate tools (e.g. a stiff brush or squeegee) should occur to loosen and remove large material before wash-down.

c.

Use of a timing system, shut-off valve and/or hot water on high pressure washers or hoses for cleaning processing equipment, tanks, floors, etc. should be installed wherever feasible.

d.

Wash down and barrel soaking is conducted with knowledge of wastewater or septic system capacity.

(Ord. No. 3306, § 3, 10-27-15)