(a) Submission of Applications. An application for the construction or alteration of a single-family dwelling or use accessory thereto shall include the items set forth below. Such applications may be submitted simultaneously with an application for a building permit.
(1) The completed application form, along with the application fee as established by the City.
(2) One copy of a general vicinity map.
(3) Ten (10) copies of an accurate survey, legibly drawn, unless the Zoning Administrator determines that a plot plan is acceptable, showing the following:
A. Property boundary lines and the exact dimensions and area of the lot to be built upon or utilized.
B. Right-of-way of adjacent streets.
C. Location, dimensions, height, and bulk of all structures to be erected or altered.
D. The existing and intended use(s) of all land, buildings and structures.
E. Dimensions of yards, setbacks, driveways and parking areas, wetlands, and riparian areas.
F. Location and use of buildings on adjoining lots within fifty (50) feet of all property lines.
G. Location, dimension, and use of any easements.
H. Each property owner or authorized agent shall be required to attest to the correctness of the statements and data furnished with the application.
I. Architectural plans showing all exterior elevations, building floor plans, and construction materials;
J. Property owners name and address and the permanent parcel number on each page
K. Any other pertinent data as may be necessary to determine and provide for the enforcement of this Planning and Zoning Code.
(b) Review for Completeness. The Zoning Administrator shall review each submitted application to determine compliance with the applicable submission requirements. If the application is deemed insufficient, the Zoning Administrator shall notify the applicant, within ten (10) days of receiving such application, of necessary changes or additional information needed. When the application is deemed complete and the application fee has been paid, the Zoning Administrator shall officially accept the application for consideration of the action(s) requested on the date such determination is made.
(c) Action by Zoning Administrator. The Zoning Administrator shall evaluate the application for compliance with the applicable zoning code provisions within fourteen (14) days from the date it was determined to be complete. In evaluating the application, the Zoning Administrator may consult with any department, agency, public body, official, company, or individual necessary to determine whether the application complies with the regulations of this Planning and Zoning Code. If the Zoning Administrator determines that the application complies with the regulations of this Planning and Zoning Code, and the footprint of the structure is not being altered, the Zoning Administrator shall either:
(1) Approve. The Zoning Administrator shall issue a zoning certificate upon finding that the building, structure or use, as proposed, complies with the provisions of this Planning and Zoning Code.
(2) Deny. If it is determined by the Zoning Administrator that the proposed building, structure or use would violate one or more provisions of this Planning and Zoning Code, then the zoning certificate shall not be issued. The Zoning Administrator shall state on the application the reason for the denial, including the regulation(s) which would be violated by the proposed use, and shall transmit one copy thereof to the applicant along with one copy of the plot plan, signed, dated and noted as disapproved, retaining the original application for the City’s permanent record.
(d) Review by the Architectural Board of Review. If Zoning Administrator finds that the application complies with the applicable regulations in this Planning and Zoning Code and the footprint of the structure is being altered, the Zoning Administrator shall forward the application to the Architectural Board of Review for their evaluation pursuant to Section 1111.14
, Approval by the Architectural Board of Review Required. If the Architectural Board of Review approves the application as specified in Section 1111.14
(d), the Zoning Administrator shall issue a zoning certificate. If the Architectural Board of Review denies the application, the zoning certificate shall not be issued. The Zoning Administrator shall state on the application the reason for the denial and shall transmit one copy thereof to the applicant along with one copy of the plot plan, signed, dated and noted as disapproved, retaining the original application for the City’s permanent record.
(Ord. 2006-35. Passed 5-25-06.)