9-5-1: SPECIAL USE PERMIT PROCEDURE:
Uses listed in section 9-5-2 of this chapter may locate only in certain zones under certain conditions, and structures may be built higher than otherwise allowed in section 9-9-1 of this title by a special permit granted by Council after a report by the commission. The commission shall have forty five (45) days to submit the report addressing the effect of the proposed use upon neighborhood character, traffic, public utilities, public health, public safety and general welfare. If no report is made in forty five (45) days, it may be assumed that the commission approved the application. After receipt of the commission report, the Council shall hold a public hearing before granting a special permit. (1996 Code § 17.20.010; amd. 2002 Code)