The Planning Commission shall have the following responsibilities and powers as they relate to this Code:
(a) Carry on a continuous review of the effectiveness and appropriateness of this Code and recommend such changes or amendments, to Woodlawn Council, as it feels would be appropriate.
(b) Hold public hearings as required by this 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 Code where same will promote the best interest of the public in general through recommendation to the Woodlawn Council.
(d) Review proposed zoning amendments and Planned Unit Development applications as filed by a property owner, providing recommendation to the Woodlawn 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) Review requests for special permits for recommendation to the Woodlawn Council.
(i) Function in any further capacity as required by the Municipal Charter.
(Ord. 17-2013, passed 9-24-2013)