(a) Any person dissatisfied with an interpretation or action of the community development director or permit review board made pursuant to this article may appeal such action to the planning commission within ten business days from the date of the action. Similarly, any person dissatisfied with an interpretation or action of the planning commission or city manager made pursuant to this article may appeal such action to the city council within ten business days of the planning commission action. Actions by the city council are not subject to appeal. Table 21.82.020 identifies the appeal authority for each of the city's land use and development permits and actions.
(b) In the event that city initiates an appeal, the city shall be exempt from the payment of fees.
(Ord. 612 Exhibit A (part), 2008).