(A) When a preliminary application has been filed, the Zoning Commission shall review it for compliance with the requirements of this chapter and shall make a finding as to whether the proposed change is in accordance with the objectives of the comprehensive plan. In the course of such review, the Zoning Commission shall hold a public hearing as required in § 157.012(G)(4) and may require changes in the preliminary plan as a condition of Zoning Commission approval.
(B) The Zoning Commission shall then transmit the application and the preliminary plans to the Zoning Authority, together with a recommendation as to approval, disapproval, desirable changes and special conditions and safeguards, which recommendations may include suggested time limits within which all construction or specified stages of construction, or both, shall be started or completed.
(Ord. 81-1, passed 7-10-1981)