A proposed amendment to this Zoning Code may be initiated in two ways:
(a) Council shall pass a resolution referring an amendment to the text or Zoning Map to the Planning Commission for recommendation.
(b) A written application from a property owner, lessee, developer or option holder may be filed with the Council to amend the text or Zoning Map. As to the latter, the application shall comply with Section 1242.04 and shall be filed with the Clerk of Council. Council shall pass a resolution referring an amendment to the text or Zoning Map to the Planning Commission for recommendation.