(a) After the conclusion of the public hearing required in Section 1135.09 and within sixty (60) days after receipt of such ordinance or application, unless a longer time is allowed by Council, the Planning Commission shall consider the criteria in Sections 1135.19 and 1135.21, as applicable, and recommend one of the following to City Council, in writing, along with the minutes of the hearing:
(1) That the amendment be granted as requested;
(2) That the amendment be granted as modified by the Planning Commission; or,
(3) That the amendment be denied.
(b) The Planning Commission shall transmit its recommendation to the Clerk of Council. The Clerk shall report its receipt to the Law Director, who shall prepare any necessary legislation.
(c) If the Planning Commission does not make a recommendation on the proposed amendment within forty-five (45) days after the public hearing, it shall be deemed that the recommendation of the Planning Commission is that the amendment be denied.
(d) All recommendations shall also be forwarded to the applicant, as applicable.