(a) The City is divided into zones and districts as shown on the Official Zoning Map which, together with all explanatory matter thereon, is adopted by reference and declared to be a part of this Zoning Code. A copy of the Official Zoning Map shall be maintained on file in the office of the Clerk of City Council.
(b) The new Official Zoning Map shall be identified by the signature of the Chair of the Planning Commission and attested by the Administrator under the following words: "This is to certify that this is the Official Zoning Map of the City of Sidney, Ohio, adopted on [insert adoption date], and hereby supersedes and replaces any and all previous Zoning Maps. Planning Commission Chair, Administrator."
(c) No changes of any nature shall be made in the Official Zoning Map or matter shown thereon except in conformity with the procedures set forth in this Zoning Code. Any unauthorized change of whatever kind by any person or persons shall be considered a violation of this Zoning Code.
(d) Regardless of the existence of purported copies of the Official Zoning Map which may from time to time be made or published, the Official Zoning Map on file shall be the final authority as to the current zoning status of land and water areas, building, and other structures in the City.
(Ord. A-3075. Passed 1-24-22.)