All applications for a special use permit shall precede any application for a certificate of zoning compliance and shall be submitted on the proper form obtainable from the zoning administrator. The application shall include a development plan/site plan, building elevations, floor plans, landscape plan, lighting plan, sign drawings, construction schedule, and a description of the use. It should be noted that due to severe topographic conditions, sensitive natural areas, or soils that do not easily support soil drainage systems, some land may be unsuited to some land clearing or land disturbance projects that may be proposed.
(1) Development plan/site plan. This plan shall be drawn to a scale sufficient to clearly indicate the following:
a. The site conditions and characteristics, before and after the proposed land clearing, land disturbance and/or construction, including contours, watercourses, flood hazard areas, and any sensitive natural areas or unique manmade features.
b. All boundary lines of the proposed development, proposed lot lines and plot designs.
c. The location and use of all existing and proposed structures.
d. The location and size of all areas to be conveyed, dedicated or reserved as common open spaces, parks, recreational areas, school sites and similar public or semi-public uses.
e. The existing and proposed street system, including location and number of off-street parking spaces, service areas, loading areas, and major points of access to public rights-of-way. Notations of proposed ownership of the street system (public or private).
f. The approximate location of proposed water and sewer/septic systems, as well as septic test results from the county.
g. The areas to be graded showing corresponding sedimentation and erosion control devices, retaining walls, and provisions for stormwater drainage during construction and after construction. See also section 36-234.
h. The location and/or notation of existing and proposed easements and rights-of-way.
i. The proposed treatment of the perimeter of the development, including materials and/or techniques such as screens, fences, buffers, berms, and walls.
j. Information on adjacent land areas, including land use, zoning classifications, public facilities, any unique natural features, and historic features.
k. The zoning districts in which the project is located.
l. A legal description of the total site proposed for development, including a statement of present and proposed ownership.
m. Quantitative data for the following: proposed total number and type of residential dwelling units, parcel size, and total amount of open space.
n. A statement of the applicant's intentions with regard to the future selling, leasing, and/or renting of all or portions of the development.
o. A written description for maintenance of common areas, recreation areas, open spaces, streets and utilities.
(2) Building elevations. These shall be drawn to scale and show building height and exterior treatment on all sides of the building. The front elevation shall be fully colored with proposed color selections and all materials noted and identified. Paint samples shall be included. Elevations shall be required of all other sides if color, materials, and design are substantially different from the front elevation.
(3) Floor plans. These shall be drawn to scale a scale not less than one-eighth inch to one foot and show all features and details such as gross floor area, net floor area, number of seats, storage areas, or any other applicable information.
(4) Landscape plan. This shall be drawn to scale and show species, quantity, size, and location of plantings, as well as hardscape features such as walls, fountains, and waterfalls.
(5) Lighting plan. This shall be drawn to scale and show type, quantity, height, intensity, coverage area, type of light source, duration of use, and impact on adjacent property and streets as certified by an electrical engineer or lighting professional with lighting certified credentials.
(6) Sign drawings. This shall be drawn to scale and show the size, type, and location of any signs proposed to be erected in conjunction with the use. Method, source, and intensity of illumination shall also be included on these drawings and appropriate documentation verifying specifications provided.
(7) Construction schedule. This shall be a complete construction schedule, including date the construction is expected to begin and end.
(8) Description of use. This shall be a complete and detailed written description of the uses proposed.
(9) Additional information. Any additional information required by the board of adjustment in order to evaluate the impact of the proposed development [may be required]. The board of adjustment may waive a particular requirement if in its opinion the inclusion is not essential to a proper decision of the project.
(10) Written documentation. Where applicable, the following written documentation shall be submitted:
a. A legal description of the total site proposed for development, including a statement of present and proposed ownership.
b. The zoning districts in which the project is located.
c. A land clearing, land disturbance and/or development schedule indicating approximate beginning and completion dates, including any proposed milestones or stages of completion.
d. A statement of the applicant's intentions with regard to the future selling and/or leasing of all or portions of the development.
e. Quantitative data for the following: proposed total number and type of residential dwelling units, parcel size, and total amount of open space.
f. Plan for maintenance of common areas, recreation areas, open spaces, streets and utilities.
(Code 1989, § 92.047; Ord. of 1-22-1991; Ord. of 11-15-2005; Ord. of 6-10-2008; Ord. No. 21-05-11, 5-11-2021)