(A) Variances. A request for a variance from the application of any requirement or provision of this chapter shall be made to and considered by the city pursuant to the provisions for variances as set forth in the zoning regulations in this code.
(B) Violation. If a variance is granted, any violation of any condition to which the variance is subject shall be a violation of this chapter and shall automatically terminate the variance, subject to any enforcement procedures consistent with a finding of noncompliance.
(C) Alternative protective methods authorized. The city may permit an alternative protective treatment or management method upon the city’s determination that the proposed alternative method, with such further conditions as the city may impose, will achieve an equal or greater degree of natural resource protection than would strict compliance with the provisions herein.
(Ord. 864, passed 6-11-09)