(A) An application for a variance may be made by any property owner, tenant, governmental official, department head, board, or bureau. Such application shall be made to the Zoning Administrator in accordance with rules adopted by the Board. The application and accompanying maps, plans and other information shall be transmitted promptly to the Secretary of the Board of Zoning Appeals, who shall place the matter on the docket to be acted upon by the Board.
(B) No such variance shall be authorized except after notice and public hearing as required by VA Code § 15.2-2204. The Zoning Administrator shall also transmit a copy of the application to the Planning Commission which may send a recommendation to the Board or appear as a party at the hearing.
(Ord. passed 4-12-2016)