(A) Purpose. This section specifies the procedures for amendments to the text of this chapter or the associated official zoning map.
(B) Initiation. An amendment to the text of this chapter or change in the boundaries or designations in the official zoning map may be initiated by a simple majority of the City Council or Planning Commission. Any person owning property within the city, or their designated agent, may initiate an application to amend the district boundaries or designation on the official zoning map for property in which they have a real estate interest.
(C) Procedures. The procedures for application and public hearing of zoning amendment applications are described in § 152.031.
(D) Effective date. Any amendment to this chapter adopted by the City Council may be effective 30 calendar days after its publication or at such later date as may be specified in the amendment.
(Ord. 2000-936)