Except as to matters governed by the provisions of Chapter 25 of this code (as to which matters variances may be granted only in the circumstances and in accordance with the procedure therein provided), the City Council may authorize a variance from the substantive requirements of this article when, in its opinion, undue hardship due to topographical or other conditions peculiar to the site of the proposed subdivision may result from strict compliance, and the variance will observe the spirit of this article, secure the public safety and welfare, and do substantial justice. Application for a variance shall be submitted to the Planning and Building Official in writing by the person submitting the preliminary plat of the subdivision at the time when the preliminary plat is submitted to the Planning and Building Official. The application shall be addressed to the City Council and shall state fully the grounds for the application and the facts relied upon by the applicant. The granting or denial of the application shall be shown in the records of the City Council.
(Ord. 2801, passed - -1983)