A site plan review approval shall lapse and become void three years after the date on which it became effective, unless i) the permit’s conditions provide for a shorter or greater time limit or ii) prior to the expiration of the three years, a building permit is issued by the city, construction is commenced, and completion of construction is being diligently pursued, as determined by the Community and Economic Development Department Director, or his/her designee. An extension of time, up to two additional years, may be granted by the Planning Commission, provided that, prior to the expiration date, a written application for renewal is filed with the Community and Economic Development Department. An application of renewal shall identify the reason for any delay in the development of the site, the applicant’s plan and estimated timeline to completion of the development if renewal is granted, and the number of months/years of extension requested. The Planning Commission may approve, approve with conditions, or deny any application for renewal of a site plan review. In the case of a planned residential development, the recording of a final map and improvements thereto shall be deemed the same as a building permit in relation to this section.
(Ord. 18-01, passed 2-6-2018)