For the purposes of administering and enforcing this Zoning Ordinance, the Zoning Inspector shall have the following duties:
(a) Develop and distribute applications for all permits, certificates appeals, amendments, etc., which are necessary for effective administration of this Zoning Ordinance;
(b) Approve or deny applications for zoning certificates upon determination of compliance with this Zoning Ordinance. A zoning certificate, or a written notification and explanation of noncertification shall be issued to the applicant within ten working days of the date of filing. Failure to notify the applicant within this time period shall constitute grounds for submittal of the application for certification to the Board of Zoning Appeals as a variance;
(c) Interpret the requirements of the text and map of the Zoning Ordinance, where there are questions in the interpretation. The Zoning Inspector may consult the necessary Village staff, the Sandusky County Regional Planning Commission and the Solicitor to clarify such questions;
(d) Determine whether a use is in compliance, or in violation of the Zoning Ordinance. Where a violation does exist, the Zoning Inspector shall notify the owner in writing, specifying the exact nature of the violation and identifying the measure necessary to correct the violation; including, but not limited to, a stop work order;
(e) Conduct inspections of buildings, structures and uses of land to determine compliance with this Zoning Ordinance;
(f) Maintain and keep current the permanent records required by the Zoning Ordinance including but not limited to the official Zoning Map, zoning certificates, zoning inspection and all official zoning actions of Council. Such records shall be made available for use by Council, the Planning Commission, the Board of Zoning Appeals and the general public;
(g) Institute injunction, mandamus, abatement or any other appropriate actions or proceedings to prevent, enjoin, abate or remove the unlawful location, erection, construction, reconstruction, enlargement, change, maintenance or use;
(h) Prepare and submit reports concerning the administration and enforcement of the Zoning Ordinance to Council upon request.
(Ord. 13-87. Passed 7-27-87.)