(a) Generally. The Administrative Hearing Officer shall grant or deny an application in accordance with law. The Administrative Hearing Officer's decision shall be based solely on the evidence presented at the hearing and observations made during any site visit.
(b) Restrictions, conditions, and limitations. The Administrative Hearing Officer may impose additional restrictions, conditions, or limitations on an application other than an application to change a zoning district as may be considered appropriate to preserve, improve, or protect the general character and design of the land or improvements or of the surrounding or adjacent land and improvements. The Administrative Hearing Officer may approve or disapprove the design of buildings, construction, landscaping, or other improvements, alterations, or changes to ensure conformity with the intent and purpose of this article.
(c) Timing, contents, and copies of decision. Within 30 days after the termination of the proceedings, the Administrative Hearing Officer shall prepare and file a written memorandum setting forth findings of fact and the basis for the decision on the application. The Administrative Hearing Officer shall provide a copy to the applicant, counsel of record, and, on request, each interested person.
(Bill No. 4-05)