(A) Generally. One of the primary governmental organizations involved in the planning and zoning process is the governing body of the city. For the purpose of zoning administration, the governing body for the city is the duly elected City Council and Mayor.
(B) Responsibilities. The governing body has the following responsibilities for zoning administration:
(1) Appoint members to the Planning Commission;
(2) Officially adopt the Comprehensive Plan, zoning, and subdivision regulations;
(3) Hold public hearings prior to adoption or amendment of the Comprehensive Plan, zoning, and subdivision regulations;
(4) Create the Board of Zoning Adjustment;
(5) Consult with the Planning Commission prior to official action by governing body on the adoption or amendment of zoning and subdivision regulations;
(6) Approve or disapprove subdivision plats;
(7) Grant waivers to the provisions of the subdivision regulations; and
(8) Approve expenditure of funds for zoning administration.
(Ord. 667, passed 12-3-2014)