(A) In applying to the Zoning Administrator for a zoning permit, the applicant shall submit an actual dimensioned sketch or scale plan indicating the shape, size and location of the lot to be built upon; the shape, exact size, height, use and location of all the buildings already existing on the lot; the number of dwelling units the building is designed to accommodate, if any, the location and dimension of the proposed building or alteration; the setback lines of buildings on adjoining lots; off-street parking space; and other information concerning the lot or adjoining lots as may be essential for determining whether the provisions of this chapter are being observed.
(B) The Zoning Administrator may waive the requirements for a scale drawing in the case of an application for a single-family or two (2)-family dwelling provided that sufficient information is received to insure compliance with the provisions of this chapter.
(C) (1) If the proposed excavation, filling or construction, as set forth in the application is in conformity with the provisions of this chapter and other ordinances of South Congaree, South Carolina, then in force, the Zoning Administrator shall issue a zoning permit upon payment of any required fees.
(2) If a zoning permit is refused, the Zoning Administrator shall state the refusal in writing with the cause.
(D) The zoning permit shall contain at least the following information:
(1) The name and address of the applicant;
(2) The block or street number(s) of the lot(s) to which the permit applies;
(3) The zoning district in which the property is located;
(4) Whether the permit authorizes excavation or construction (if construction, the type of structure to be built);
(5) The date of the application; and
(6) The signatures of the applicant and the Zoning Administrator.
(E) Before commencing either excavation or construction, the zoning permit (or copy thereof) shall be placed conspicuously on the excavation or construction and in a way that it is protected from the weather.
(1985 Code, § 9-154) Penalty, see § 158.999