(a) Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, no building or other structure shall be erected, moved, added to or structurally altered, nor shall any county building permit be issued nor shall any change in the use of any building or land be made until a certificate of zoning compliance shall have been issued by the zoning administrator. No certificate of zoning compliance shall be issued except in conformity with the provisions of this chapter. Upon approval of a special use permit or variance by the board of adjustment the zoning administrator shall issue a certificate of zoning compliance. The certificate of zoning compliance review fee for a Home Occupation, as defined by section 36-5, that has been granted a special use permit for a Home Occupation use that will not involve the change in appearance of a building or premises, as determined by the Zoning Administrator, shall be waived.
(b) All applications for certificates of zoning compliance shall be accompanied by the following:
(1) Detailed site plans, in duplicate and drawn to scale, showing the following:
a. Actual dimensions and general topography of the lot to be built upon;
b. Accurate dimensions, uses and locations on the lot of the building proposed to be erected or altered;
c. The significant trees to be protected or removed; and
d. A steep slope plan in accordance with section 36-262 where such slopes occur.
(2) If connection is to be made to the town's water or sewer systems, proof of approval for taps from the town, or a completed "waiver of liability" on a form obtainable from the town.
(3) If individual septic tanks and/or wells are to be used, proof of approval from the county health department.
(4) Such other information as may be necessary to provide for the enforcement of the provisions of this chapter.
(5) The application package shall include the review fee, the amount of which shall be established by the town council. Failure to obtain a required permit prior to commencing work shall subject applicant to double application review fee.
(c) Prior to issuance of a certificate of zoning compliance, the zoning administrator may consult with such qualified personnel as surveyors, geotechnical engineers, the tree protection officer, the erosion control officer, and others, as needed, for assistance to determine if the application meets the requirements of this chapter. The cost of a zoning compliance certificate shall be as set forth in the town fee schedule at the time the application for a certificate of zoning compliance is made.
(Code 1989, § 92.062; Ord. of 1-22-1991; Ord. of 4-10-2007; Ord. of 6-12-2007; Ord. of 1-8-2008; Ord. No. 21-05- 11, 5-11-2021; Ord. No. 21-11-09A, 11-9-2021)