(A) Submission of Applications. An application for the construction or alteration of a single-family dwelling, two-family dwelling or use accessory thereto shall include the items set forth below, unless specific items are determined by the Zoning Administrator to be inapplicable or unnecessary and are waived in writing by the Zoning Administrator. Such applications may be submitted simultaneously with an application for a building permit.
(1) The completed application form, along with the application fee as established by City Council.
(2) One copy of a general vicinity map.
(3) Three copies of a plot plan. The plot plan shall be legibly drawn to scale, shall be based on an accurate survey, prepared by a registered surveyor, and shall include the following.
(a) Property boundary lines showing the actual shape, exact dimensions, and area of the lot to be built upon or utilized.
(b) Right-of-way of adjacent streets.
(c) Location, dimensions, height, and bulk of all existing and proposed buildings and structures to be erected or altered.
(d) The existing and intended use(s) of all land, buildings and structures.
(e) Dimensions of yards, driveways and parking areas.
(f) The number of dwelling units the building is designed to accommodate.
(g) Location and use of buildings and adjoining lots within 10 feet of all property lines.
(h) Grading plan showing pre-existing grade, finish grade and erosion control measures to be maintained during construction.
(i) A tree preservation plan identifying trees to be removed, trees to be maintained, and methods used to protect trees during construction.
(j) Any other pertinent data as may be required by the Zoning Administrator to determine and provide for the enforcement of this Zoning Code.
(B) Review for Completeness. The Zoning Administrator shall review each submitted application to determine compliance with the submission requirements. If the application is deemed insufficient, the Zoning Administrator shall notify the applicant of necessary changes or additional information needed. When the application is deemed complete and the application fee has been paid, the Zoning Administrator shall officially accept the application for consideration of the action(s) requested on the date such determination is made.
(C) Action by Zoning Administrator. The Zoning Administrator shall evaluate the application and approve or deny it within 30 days from the date it was determined to be complete. In evaluating the application, the Zoning Administrator may consult with any department, agency, public body, official, company, or individual necessary to determine whether the application complies with the regulations of this Zoning Code.
(1) Approval. The Zoning Administrator shall issue a zoning certificate upon finding that the building, structure or use, as proposed, complies with the provisions of this Zoning Code.
(2) Denial. If it is determined by the Zoning Administrator that the proposed building, structure or use would violate one or more provisions of this Zoning Code, then the zoning certificate shall not be issued. The Zoning Administrator shall state on the application the reason for the denial, including the regulation(s) that would be violated by the proposed use.
(3) Report of Zoning Administrator. One copy of the plot plan signed, dated and noted as approved or disapproved shall be returned to the applicant, the original application shall be retained as a public record. If the Zoning Administrator does not act on the application within 30 days, it may be deemed denied.
(Ord. 5-2005, passed 3-23-05)