Prior to the creation of a use, erection of a building, and those conditions cited below, a site plan or administrative plan must be submitted for approval, in accordance with this section. The extent of review for various types of projects is classified into three (3) types generally described below. The table of required review process provides a specific listing of review classifications:
(a) Planning commission review (PCR). Most new development, major, mid-size expansions will require a full site plan (FSP) under Section 1135.04, full site plan submittal and review procedures.
(b) Administrative review (AR). Select projects and expansions or changes in use to existing sites will undergo a less formal review and approval process by the Zoning Administrator, City Administrator (or designee), and any others deemed necessary. The Zoning Administrator always reserves the right to send any administratively reviewed plans to the Planning Commission for final determination, especially when it relates to aesthetics and architecture.
(1) Full site plan (FSP). Select medium and small scale projects and expansions, or changes in use to existing sites, are permitted to provide less detailed information than a comprehensive site plan (CSP). The level of information is intended to be proportionate to the extent of the change and yet insure adequate review for compliance with applicable requirements. It is also intended to alleviate the expansion and perpetuation of non-conforming uses, landscaping, and/or structures,
(2) Plot site plan (PSP). Select projects, such as one-family and two-family dwellings on an individual lot, only require the submission of a plot plan (PP) given their relatively low level of impact on adjacent land uses, and given that compliance with applicable zoning regulations can be addressed during the building permit review process. Other applicable approvals are still required such as zoning compliance permits, building permits and inspections.
Table of Required Review Process | |||
PCR | AR | ||
Situation/Use | FSP | FSP | PSP |
New Development: | |||
Construction of any nonresidential use or building. | X | ||
Construction of essential public service buildings and storage areas. | X | ||
Construction of a multiple family dwelling. | X | ||
Construction of a one-family or two-family dwelling unit on one (1) lot in a residential zoning district. | X | ||
Minor changes during construction required by municipal, state, or federal departments or agencies. | X | ||
Planned Unit Developments (PUDs) in accordance with this Chapter 1127 | X | ||
Table of Required Review Process | |||
PCR | AR | ||
Situation/Use | FSP | FSP | PSP |
Expansions: | |||
An increase, change, and/or repaving in parking or loading area without any building changes. | X | ||
Changes to building height that do not add additional floor area nor exceed the maximum height requirements of Chapter 1125. | X | ||
Expansion of a one-family or two-family dwelling unit on one (1) lot in a residential zoning district. | X | ||
For non-residential, any increase in the floor area | X | ||
Changes in Use: | |||
A change in use to a similar or less intense use provided the site will not require any significant changes in the existing site facilities such as parking, landscaping, lighting, signs, non-motorized pathways or sidewalks unless such action increases, lengthens, or perpetuates a legal non-conformance in which case a full site plan may be require by the Zoning Administrator. | X | ||
A change from a nonconforming use to a conforming use, if required by the zoning administrator (or designee). | X | ||
Any change in the use of land or a building to a more intensive use in terms of parking needs, noise, traffic volumes, and similar impacts. | X | ||
Other Types of Projects: | |||
Accessory buildings and structures constructed or erected accessory to a permitted one-family or two-family dwelling unit. | X | ||
Accessory buildings associated with multiple-family and non-residential uses. | X | ||
Accessory open air businesses. | X | ||
Aesthetic and architectural changes to buildings other than one-family and two-family residential structures. | X | ||
Non-motorized pathways or sidewalk construction or relocation. | X | ||
Table of Required Review Process | |||
PCR | AR | ||
Situation/Use | FSP | FSP | PSP |
Construction of an entrance feature associated with a residential development. | X | ||
Home occupations. | X | ||
Internal construction or change in the floor plan that does not increase gross floor area, increase the intensity of use, or affect parking requirements on a site which meets all site design standards of this Chapter. | X | ||
Landscape changes regardless of consistency with the standards of this Chapter. | X | ||
Modifications to upgrade a non-single family residential building to improve barrier-free design, or to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act or other federal, state or county regulations. | X | ||
Parking lot improvements provided the total number of spaces will remain constant. | X | ||
Sign relocation or replacement meeting the dimensional and location standards of this chapter. | X | ||
Non-residential site improvements such as installation of walls, fences, lighting or curbing consistent with the standards of this chapter. | X | ||
Temporary uses, sales and seasonal events. | X | ||
Utility system improvements not associated with the City of Maumee may be required to submit a full site plan. | X | ||
Waste receptacle relocation or installation of screening around the waste receptacle. | X | ||
Any use requiring a conditional use not covered by one of the above situations/uses (see Chapter 1134). | X | ||
Key: PCR = Planning commission review; AR = administrative review; FSP = full site plan; PSP = plot site plan. | |||
(Ord. 093-2020. Passed 7-6-20.)