1305.09 DEMOLITION OR MOVING BUILDINGS.
   (a)   The following are requirements when making application to completely demolish or move a building. In addition to a completed application on the prescribed form, the application shall be accompanied with 2 copies of documents containing the following information:
      (1)   A site plan of the parcel of land indicating which structure or structures are being completely removed, including any walks, pavement, parking areas, fencings, poles, walls, sheds, driveways, etc.
      (2)   A site restoration plan indicating how the site will be restored after any structure is demolished. This plan shall include information on backfill, proposed landscaping, what structures will remain like foundations and subsurface slabs, and method of preventing voids and water accumulation.
         Exceptions:
         A.   A site restoration plan is not required for detached accessory structures not over 200 square feet in area. The requirement that the site be restored is still required.
         B.   A site restoration plan is not required if an application for a permit to construct a replacement structure on the site is received within 60 days of receipt of the application for demolition, the application date is shown on the demolition schedule, and the permit application addresses the restoration of the site. Failure to receive such application for permit shall cause the permit for demolition or moving to be invalid until a site restoration plan is submitted.
      (3)   A schedule including: 1) when utilities are to be disconnected, 2) when demolition or movement of structures is to start, 3) the time duration of demolition or movement of structures, 4) when site restoration is to start, and 4) the time duration of site restoration. The entire schedule duration shall not exceed 90 days.
         Exceptions:
         A.   A schedule is not required for detached accessory structures not over 200 square feet in area. The 90 day maximum time period still applies.
         B.   The schedule is not required to include the start date and time duration of site restoration if the application date for a replacement structure is shown on the schedule.
   (b)   Any substantive changes to the site plan, site restoration plan, or schedule shall be submitted for review and approval following the same process as the original application.
   (c)   The review of the application for demolition shall be completed within 30 days of receipt. Approval, denial, or modification of the application shall be in writing by the Chief Building Official and shall state the reasons for denial or modification.
   (d)   All demolition and site restoration work shall be completed, inspected, and approved.
   (e)    Variances from the requirements of Section 1305.09 or an appeal of the denial or modification of the application shall be made to the Board of Zoning Appeals under Chapter 1129 of the Planning and Zoning Code. (Ord. 15-2019. Passed 5-6-19.)