All planning and zoning commission decisions or recommendations after a quasi-judicial hearing shall explain the criteria and standards considered relevant by the commission and shall state the facts relied upon, and explain the justification for the decision based on the criteria and standards established by law, and facts found in the record compiled in the case. The written decision or recommendation shall be promptly delivered or mailed to the applicant and disseminated to others as required by law or as necessary to carry out provisions of the procedural resolution. The provisions of this section shall not apply to legislative hearings. (Ord. 559, 7-12-2016)