The Planning Commission shall be established as per Chapter 1220 of the City Codified Ordinances and shall have the following responsibilities and powers as they relate to this Zoning Code:
(a) Carry on a continuous review of the effectiveness and appropriateness of this Zoning Code and recommend such changes or amendments, to Council, as it feels would be appropriate.
(b) Hold public hearings as required by this Zoning Code, notice of which shall be given in accordance with Ohio R.C. 713.12.
(c) Initiate advisable Official Zoning District Map changes, or changes in the text of the Zoning Code where same will promote the best interest of the public in general through recommendation to Council.
(d) Review proposed zoning amendments and Planned Unit Development applications as filed by a property owner, providing recommendation to Council.
(e) Conduct site plan review for projects requiring such approval.
(f) Review and approve/disapprove conditional use applications.
(g) Review and approve/disapprove requests for determinations of similar use.
(h) Function in any further capacity as required by the Ohio Revised Code or as may be directed by Council.
(Ord. 2010-29. Passed 7-5-10.)