(a) PURPOSE
. A zoning certificate is needed to ensure that all applicable building permit applications are consistent with the provisions of this Code.
(b) APPLICABILITY
. No person shall establish, modify or expand a structure, until a zoning certificate has been obtained in accordance with requirements contained herein and a building permit obtained pursuant to adopted building codes.
(c) REVIEW CRITERIA
. The proposed development shall:
(1) Be located on a lot or parcel that is authorized for development by this Code;
(2) Be consistent with the zoning district and use provision established in Article III of this Code;
(3) Have access to adequate public facilities and services in conformance with this Code and other City requirements; and
(4) Have received all other applicable local, state and federal permits.
(d) APPLICATION, REVIEW AND DECISION-MAKING PROCEDURES.
Application requirements, processing procedures and decision-making are described in Table 35-2100.1. and Sec. 35-2101 with the following modification:
(1) Validity
. A zoning certificate shall be valid for six months during which the applicant shall obtain a building permit. Once a building permit is obtained, the zoning certificate shall be valid for as long as the building permit remains valid.