The Building Commissioner is authorized to issue use and occupancy certificates to applicants occupying or using premises in conformity with the provisions of this Planning and Zoning Code. The certificate shall show the address of such premises, the specific activity conducted therein and permitted under this Planning and Zoning Code and such additional information as the Commissioner may deem necessary.
The certificate herein provided shall be mandatory for all uses other than single-family uses, shall continue in force as long as the activity for which it is issued is continued in the premises, the cost of which shall be set by separate ordinance by the City. No such certificate shall be issued for new construction unless the approved plans for such construction are fully complied with and completed, including construction of parking areas, sidewalks, driveways, landscaping, and recreation areas. Where a use and occupancy certificate is required by reason of a change in occupancy use of existing facilities, all remodeling of such facilities shall be completed and approved prior to the issuance of such certificate, or a cash bond equal to the amount of work to be done, ensuring the completion of such remodeling, approved by the Law Department, is posted with the City. Should the completion of landscaping and recreation areas be impossible of performance due to inclement weather, strikes, and similar reasons, such use and occupancy certificate may be issued upon the posting of a cash bond, equal to the amount of work to be performed, approved by the Law Department, guaranteeing such performance within a period of six months. The Building Commissioner may revoke such certificate if activities other than those provided in the certificate are being carried on. The Board of Zoning Appeals may supplement these provisions with appropriate regulations adopted by such Board after public hearing is had and certified to the Clerk of Council.
(Ord. 121-1962. Passed 12-17-62; Ord. 17-1973. Passed 3-26-73.)