All applications for new single-family dwellings, the addition of certain accessory structures, or proposed additions to the original footprint or ground floor area of an existing single-family dwelling, as specified in Schedule 1154.03, shall comply with the following submission requirements and procedures for review:
(a) Submission Requirements. Twelve (12) copies of the completed application shall be submitted to the Commissioner of Buildings, which shall include the following items:
(1) A site plan prepared by a qualified professional and drawn to an appropriate scale indicating any existing buildings on the site, the location of the proposed dwelling, including its dimensions and setbacks, parking and drives, existing topography, existing and proposed landscaping, and the relationship of the proposed dwelling or addition to buildings, driveways, accessory uses and landscaping on adjacent lots;
(2) Architectural drawings, including elevations, which adequately illustrate the proposed construction or additions. Elevations shall include the front, rear and two side elevations, together with additional views or cross sections, if necessary, to indicate completely the exterior appearance of the structure. All elevations shall be drawn to the same scale, which shall be not less than one-quarter of an inch to the foot. Each elevation shall show the accurate location of windows, doors, shutters, chimneys, porches and other architectural features, as applicable, all materials and finishes, and an accurate finish grade line;
(3) Samples of colors and building materials to be used, renderings and other illustrative material, to convey exterior design elements; and
(4) Color photographs of the site and adjacent buildings within 200 feet of the site.
(b) Review for Completeness. The Commissioner of Buildings shall review the application for completeness pursuant to the submission requirements set forth in this Section. Such application shall not be processed until the necessary items are submitted. When the application is deemed complete by the Commissioner of Buildings, the Commissioner of Buildings shall forward the application to the Village Engineer to determine compliance with the subdivision regulations and other engineering and service requirements of the Village.
(1) If the application is found to be in compliance with all applicable standards, the Commissioner of Buildings shall refer the application to the Planning Commission and Architectural and Design Review Board for their review.
(2) If the application is found not to be in compliance with all applicable standards, the application shall be denied by the Commissioner of Buildings and returned to the applicant with the reasons for such denial.
(c) Joint Review by Planning Commission and Architectural and Design Review Board.
(1) All applications meeting the requirements set forth in Subsections 1154.04(a) and (b) shall be reviewed at a joint meeting of the Planning Commission and Architectural and Design Review Board. Such meeting shall be regularly scheduled, as determined by the members of each group, and shall be open to the public.
(2) The Planning Commission shall review the application for compliance with the purpose and objectives of this Zoning Code.
(3) The Architectural and Design Review Board shall review the application for compliance with the design criteria set forth in Section 1117.08.
(d) Action by Planning Commission and Architectural and Design Review Board.
(1) Following their review pursuant to Subsection 1154.04(c), the Planning Commission and Architectural and Design Review Board shall approve the application, approve the application subject to conditions or deny the application.
(2) Approval of the application shall require a separate majority vote from both the Planning Commission and the Architectural and Design Review Board.
(3) If approved, such approval shall immediately be stamped upon the applications for permits submitted to the Planning Commission and Architectural and Design Review Board and promptly return such applications to the Commissioner of Buildings. No building permit concerning matters within the jurisdiction of this Section 1154.04 shall be issued by the Commissioner of Buildings unless the applications have been approved in writing by both the Planning Commission and Architectural and Design Review Board.
(4) If the Planning Commission and Architectural and Design Review Board do not act on the application within thirty (30) days from the date the application is deemed complete, or an extended time period as may be agreed upon, at the election of the applicant, it may be deemed a denial.
(5) Approval of the proposed construction or addition shall remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of its approval. If, at the end of that time, construction has not begun, then such approval shall be considered as having lapsed and shall be of no effect unless the application is resubmitted and reapproved in compliance with this Chapter.
(Ord. 3052. Passed 1-17-01.)