The work or use authorized by any improvement location permit, certificate of occupancy, permit for a variance or a contingent use, or any other permit, except for a special exception, must be commenced within 60 days of the date of issuance of the certificate or permit; otherwise, it shall lapse and become null and void. All work so authorized shall be completed within 180 days from the date of issuance of the permit therefor, except for a special exception, and provided that for good cause shown the Board of Public Works and Safety may extend the work completion time for a period of 90 days. Any additional extensions needed after the 270-day period may be granted by the Board of Public Works an Safety after a hearing requested by the applicant at the Board's next meeting. Any further extensions to be granted by the Board will be granted only for good cause established by the applicant.
(Ord. CO-67-2, passed 2-21-67; Am. Ord. 86-6, passed 5-12-86)