In accordance with state law, the Mayor shall appoint a Board of Zoning Appeals. The Board of Zoning Appeals may adopt rules to govern its procedure. The Board of Zoning Appeals shall hold meetings, keep minutes, and pursuant to notice, shall conduct hearings, compel the attendance of witnesses, take testimony, and render decisions in writing, all as required by law. When permitting any variance, special exception, appeal, change of a nonconforming use, or other provision as provided by this ordinance, the Board may impose such conditions and requirements as it deems necessary for the protection of adjacent property and the public interest. Any person filing an appeal or proceeding with the Board shall assume any cost of public notice that is required.
(1980 Code, Ch. 156, § 12.02) (Ord. 1995-7, passed 6-5-1995)