(a) Written application for a zoning certificate for the construction of a new building or for the alteration of an existing building shall be made at the same time as the application for a building permit. Such application shall include accurate information with respect to:
(1) The size and location of the lot.
(2) Intended use.
(3) The size and location of the building and structures proposed or existing on the lot.
(4) The location and dimensions of all proposed construction or alteration.
(5) Any change in use of a building or land.
(6) The dimensions of all yards and open spaces.
(7) Any other information the Inspector deems necessary for the proper enforcement of the Zoning Ordinance.
(8) Each application for a Zoning Certificate shall state that the proposed use of a building or land complies with all the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance.
(9) Upon receipt of an application for a zoning certificate, the Zoning Inspector shall approve or reject the application and his decision shall be based solely on the contents of the Zoning Ordinance.
(10) If an application is denied the Zoning Inspector shall notify the applicant in writing setting forth the reasons for such denial.
(Ord. 914. Passed 11-8-66.)
(b) Written application for a zoning certificate for the use of vacant land or for a change in the use of land or of a building or for a change in a nonconforming use, as herein provided, shall be made to the Zoning Inspector; if the proposed use is in conformity with the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance, the certificate there for shall be issued within fifteen days after the application for same has been made. Every zoning certificate applied for and approved or disapproved shall be displayed in the official Village posting places as described in Section 123.01 of the Burton Village Codified Ordinances. (Ord. 2210-10. Passed 1-10-11.)
(c) Any certificate issued herein shall become void if substantial construction or use of the property in accordance with the rights permitted by the zoning certificate has not occurred within one year after issuance.
(Ord. 1251-82. Passed 2-15-82.)