(A) An application for construction of a new wireless support structure must include all of the following:
(1) Name, address and contact information for applicant;
(2) Location of proposed wireless support structure;
(3) A construction plan as defined above;
(4) Evidence supporting choice of location, including sworn statement in accordance with IC 8-1-32.3-20;
(5) Evidence showing that the application complies with zoning ordinance requirements for special exception, special use, contingent or conditional use; or if location is except from said requirements; and
(6) Evidence showing that application complies with zoning ordinance requirements for variance of use, if wireless support structure is not a permitted use in the underlying zoning district.
(B) Within ten business days of receipt, the Building Administrator shall notify the applicant in writing of all defects in the application. If notice is not given within ten business days, the application is considered complete.
(C) The applicant may cure defects and resubmit the corrected application within 30 days of receiving the notice. The applicant shall notify the town within the 30-day period if additional time is required to cure the defects.
(D) Upon determination of a complete application, a notice shall be posted on the town website and sent via first class mail to all interested parties. An interested party is defined as:
(1) a neighborhood association or homeowners association that is registered with the town; and
(2) Owners of record, as identified by the Lake County Auditor’s Office, abutting the proposed location and lying on the opposite side of the right-of-way from the proposed location and abutting parcels.
(E) Not more than 90 days after determination of a complete application, the Town Engineer or designee, with concurrence of the Building Administrator, shall review the application to determine if it complies with applicable laws and ordinances governing land use and zoning, and notify the applicant in writing if application is approved or denied.
(1) If the applicant requested additional time to cure defects, the 90-day period is extended for a corresponding amount of time.
(2) If the application requires a variance of use, the 90-day period may be extended for not more than an additional 30 days.
(Ord. 1269, passed 6-20-17)