(A) The Zoning Administrator shall be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the Town Manager.
(B) The Zoning Administrator shall have experience in writing, enforcing, and/or interpreting zoning regulations, either as an employee of a local government or as a consultant to a local government.
(C) The Zoning Administrator shall:
(1) Enforce the provisions of Chapter 157 of this code;
(2) Interpret Chapter 157 of this code and the zoning map;
(3) Review site plans and subdivision plans for compliance with Chapter 157 of this code and the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act (VA Code §§ 10.1-2100 et seq.);
(4) Serve as administrator for the local program under the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act;
(5) Consult with the Town Engineer concerning any technical matters subject to the Zoning Administrator’s evaluation under the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act;
(6) Maintain the Zoning Map in the Town Clerk’s office, including recording such changes in zoning districts as may be approved by the Town Council within 30 days of Council action and notifying the county;
(7) Provide advice and assistance to the Town Manager regarding applications for zoning changes or special use permits;
(8) Provide records and staff reports to the Board of Zoning Appeals as requested or required;
(9) Coordinate with other town officials or outside agencies as appropriate to ensure that town regulations are not circumvented or overlooked; and
(10) Investigate alleged violations of Chapter 157 of this code and take such steps as are authorized under the state code to prevent or abate violations that are found to exist.
(D) The Town Manager may appoint a Deputy Zoning Administrator whose qualifications and duties shall be set by the Town Manager.
(1998 Code, § 2-188) (Ord. O-2004-11, passed 4-13-2004; Ord. O-2022-06, passed 12-6-2022; Ord. O-2023-15, passed 9-19-2023)