§ 154.907 ZONING CERTIFICATE.

   (A)   Purpose. A zoning certificate is needed to ensure that all applicable building permit applications are consistent with the provisions of this code.

   (B)   Applicability. No person shall establish, modify or expand a structure, other than a fence or sign, until a zoning certificate has been obtained and a building permit obtained pursuant to adopted building codes.

   (C)   Review criteria. The proposed development shall:

      (1)   Be located on a lot or parcel that is authorized for development by this code;

      (2)   Be consistent with the zoning district and use provision established in §§ 154.201 through 154.209;

      (3)   Have access to adequate public facilities and services in conformance with this code and other city requirements; and

      (4)   Have received all other applicable local, state and federal permits.

   (D)   Application, review and decision-making procedures. Application requirements, processing procedures and decision-making are described in Table 154.905.1 and § 154.906 with the following modification:

      (1)   Validity. A zoning certificate shall be valid for six months during which the applicant shall obtain a building permit. Once a building permit is obtained, the zoning certificate shall be valid for as long as the building permit remains valid.

(Ord. O-05-04, passed 4-11-05)