Development within certain districts or geographic areas may have a major impact on the visual, physical and functional character of that portion of the city, or of the city as a whole. Appropriate development in these areas must serve to protect the public health, safety and welfare; preserve the natural environment; encourage efficient use of resources; promote the visual quality of the city; and minimize the burdens of new development on city services. Consequently, within those specified zoning and overlay districts the submission of development plans will be required for review and approval prior to the issuance of any permits. The purpose of this section is to establish procedures and requirements for the review, approval and amendment of development plans.
(1979 Code, § 151.145) (Ord. 4370, passed 7-20-1998)