§ 138-90. Zoning clearance.

A zoning clearance determines if an application is in conformance with the provisions of the Code or as permitted by special approval such as a variance, development agreement or similar action. It is required and should be obtained prior to any property use, development activity or land disturbance. Zoning clearance is often performed in conjunction with the plan review process for building permits, site plans, and/or pre-application meetings.

(a)

Prior to the use of any land or structure or the expansion of any use of land or structure and prior to the issuance of a building permit, a zoning clearance must be determined.

(b)

For the purpose of this Code, a zoning clearance is a written determination granted to an applicant indicating that the property, land usage(s), and improvements/structures conforms to zoning requirements. This may occur as part of the application review processes.

(c)

A zoning clearance shall be determined by the county administrator or designee.

(1)

The issuance of a zoning clearance does not exempt an applicant from complying with all laws properly affecting the use or development of land.

(2)

This clearance is required regardless of any other provision of this division.

(3)

Failure to obtain such clearance may be deemed a violation of this chapter.

(d)

Issuance and conditions:

(1)

Zoning clearances shall be determined as part of a Type 1 review. The resulting determination may require that the applicant make site modifications and/or secure the required review type approval for the requested outcome.

(2)

The county administrator or designee may request additional information pertaining to the project in order to conduct a thorough review and ensure full compliance with this Code.

(Ord. No. 18-36 , § 3(Att. B), 10-23-18)