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Bensenville City Zoning Code

CHAPTER 3

ZONING APPLICATIONS

10-3-1: PURPOSE:

The purpose of this chapter is to establish the applicability, procedures, requirements, and approval standards for each of the Village's zoning applications. (Ord. 67-2018, 12-18-2018)

10-3-2: SITE PLAN REVIEW:

   A.   Purpose: The purpose of this site plan review application is to ensure development and redevelopment that is harmonious with surrounding properties, and consistent with the intent of the Comprehensive Plan and this title.
   B.   Applicability: Approval of a site plan review application shall be required for the following:
      1.   New construction of a principal structure or use in any zoning district with the exception of single-family and two-family dwellings. However, all development in the R-4 Single-Unit Dwelling District is subject to site plan review.
      2.   An addition to a building in any zoning district that increases the gross floor area of the building by ten percent (10%), with the exception of single-family and two-family dwellings.
      3.   Establishment of a home-based business.
      4.   New construction, expansion, reconstruction, or reduction of an off-street parking lot, tandem parking facility, shared parking facility, or any loading facility.
   C.   Procedure:
      1.   An application for site plan review shall be filed with the Zoning Administrator in accordance with § 10-2-5 (Application Procedure).
      2.   Upon determining that the application is complete, the Zoning Administrator shall render a review of the site plan within 15 days after receipt of the complete application. The Zoning Administrator may take action in the form of approval, approval with conditions, or denial of the application.
      3.   The determination of the Zoning Administrator may be appealed to the Community Development Commission in accordance with § 10-3-7 (Zoning Appeal).
FIGURE 10-3-2-1
SITE PLAN REVIEW APPLICATION PROCEDURE
 
   D.   Standards For Site Plan Review: Zoning Administrator shall evaluate applications for site plan review with specific written findings based on each of the standards of this subsection.
      1.   The site plan for the proposed development is consistent with the existing character and zoning of adjacent properties and other property within the immediate vicinity of the proposed development.
      2.   The site plan for the proposed development will not adversely impact adjacent properties and other properties within the immediate vicinity of the proposed development.
      3.   The site plan for the proposed development will be provided with adequate utilities, access roads, parking, loading, drainage, stormwater flow paths, exterior lighting, and/or other necessary facilities.
      4.   The site plan for the proposed development is designed to preserve the environmental resources of the zoning lot.
      5.   The site plan shall accommodate on-site pedestrian circulation from parking areas, plazas, open space, and public rights-of-way. Pedestrian and vehicular circulation shall be separated to the greatest extent possible.
      6.   The site plan shall locate curb cuts for safe and efficient ingress and egress of vehicles. The use of shared curb cuts and cross-access easements shall be provided when appropriate.
      7.   The site plan for the proposed development includes architectural design that contributes positively to the Village's aesthetic appearance.
      8.   The site plan for the proposed development is consistent with the intent of the Comprehensive Plan, this title, and the other land use policies of the Village.
   E.   Amendment To Approved Site Plan: The Zoning Administrator shall make a decision on a request for an amendment in accordance with § 10-3-2.D (Standards for Site Plan Review).
   F.   Expiration Of Site Plan Approval: Site plan approval shall expire and be revoked if either of the following conditions occur.
      1.   A building permit has not been obtained within six (6) months after approval of the site plan. The applicant may request one (1) six-month extension of this period by means of a written request filed no later than thirty (30) days prior to the expiration of the six-month period. The Zoning Administrator shall decide whether to grant or deny the applicant's request within fifteen (15) days of receipt of the applicant's written request.
      2.   The standards of this title or any of the terms and conditions of the site plan approval are violated. (Ord. 67-2018, 12-18-2018; amd. Ord. 5-2021, 3-23-2021)

10-3-3: SPECIAL USE PERMIT:

   A.   Purpose: The purpose of this special use application is to provide for uses which may have a special, unique, or unusual impact upon the use of neighboring property.
   B.   No Presumption Of Approval: A use established as a special use in chapter 7, "Uses", of this title does not constitute a presumption that an application for such special use will be approved. Each proposed special use shall be evaluated on an individual basis with regard to the applicable standards of this title to determine whether approval of the special use is appropriate at the particular location in the manner proposed.
   C.   Expansion Or Alteration: Any addition, enlargement, or expansion of a use holding a special use permit shall require a new permit.
   D.   Procedure:
      1.   Action By The Zoning Administrator:
         a.   An application for a special use permit shall be filed with the Zoning Administrator in accordance with section 10-2-5, "Application Procedure", of this title.
         b.   Upon determining that the application is complete, the Zoning Administrator shall prepare a report for the Community Development Commission based upon the standards of subsection E, "Standards For Special Use Permits", of this section, and schedule the application for consideration by the Community Development Commission.
      2.   Action By The Community Development Commission:
         a.   The Community Development Commission shall conduct a public hearing on the application in accordance with section 10-2-7, "Public Hearing", of this title within sixty (60) days after receipt of a complete application. The 60-day period may be extended with the written consent of the applicant.
         b.   The Community Development Commission shall evaluate the application based upon the Zoning Administrator's report, the evidence presented at the public hearing, and each of the standards of subsection E, "Standards For Special Use Permits", of this section.
         c.   The Community Development Commission shall recommend approval, approval with conditions, or denial of the application. In recommending approval, the Community Development Commission may:
            (1)   Recommend conditions upon the establishment, location, construction, maintenance, and operation of the special use as deemed necessary to protect the public interest.
            (2)   Recommend guarantees from the permittee as deemed necessary to assure compliance with the stipulated conditions of approval.
         d.   The Community Development Commission shall forward its recommendation to the Village Board within thirty (30) days after the close of the public hearing.
      3.   Action By The Village Board:
         a.   The Village Board shall consider the application within sixty (60) days after receiving the recommendation of the Community Development Commission. The 60-day period may be extended with the written consent of the applicant.
         b.   The Village Board shall evaluate the application based upon the Zoning Administrator's report, the recommendation of the Community Development Commission, the evidence presented at the public hearing, and each of the standards of subsection E, "Standards For Special Use Permits", of this section.
         c.   The Village Board shall take action in the form of approval, approval with conditions, denial, or referral of the application back to the Community Development Commission for further consideration. In approving a special use permit, the Village Board may:
            (1)   Require conditions upon the establishment, location, construction, maintenance, and operation of the special use as deemed necessary to protect the public interest.
            (2)   Require guarantees from the permittee as deemed necessary to assure compliance with the stipulated conditions of approval.
         d.   A two-thirds (2/3) favorable vote of the Village Trustees is required to approve the application if the Community Development Commission recommends denial of the application.
FIGURE 10-3-3-1
SPECIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION PROCEDURE
 
   E.   Standards For Special Use Permits: The Village Board, Community Development Commission, and Zoning Administrator shall evaluate applications for special use permits with specific written findings based on each of the standards of this subsection.
      1.   The proposed special use will not endanger the health, safety, comfort, convenience and general welfare of the public.
      2.   The proposed special use is compatible with the character of adjacent properties and other property within the immediate vicinity of the proposed special use.
      3.   The proposed special use will not impede the normal and orderly development and improvement of adjacent properties and other property within the immediate vicinity of the proposed special use.
      4.   The proposed special use will not require utilities, access roads, drainage and/or other facilities or services to a degree disproportionate to that normally expected of permitted uses in the district, nor generate disproportionate demand for new services or facilities in such a way as to place undue burdens upon existing development in the area.
      5.   The proposed special use is consistent with the intent of the Comprehensive Plan, this title, and the other land use policies of the Village.
   F.   Expiration Of Special Use Permit Approval: Special use permit approval shall expire and be revoked if any of the following conditions occur.
      1.   The use has not commenced or a building permit has not been obtained within one year after approval of the special use permit. The applicant may request one extension of this period for up to one additional year by means of a written request filed at least thirty (30) days prior to the expiration of the initial one-year period. The Zoning Administrator shall decide whether to grant or deny the applicant's request within fifteen (15) days of receipt of the applicant's written request.
      2.   The licenses or permits required for the operation or maintenance of the use are not obtained or are subsequently terminated.
      3.   The standards of this title or any of the terms and conditions of the special use permit are violated.
      4.   The operation of the use for which a special use permit has been issued ceases for a period of six (6) consecutive months. (Ord. 67-2018, 12-18-2018)

10-3-4: VARIATION:

   A.   Purpose: The purpose of this variation application is to grant relief from the regulations of this title to the extent that literal enforcement of such regulations creates particular hardships or practical difficulties in developing property due to the unique attributes of the property. The purpose of the variation process is not to provide relief from the use permissions of this title.
   B.   Applicability: Any application for relief from the regulations of this title that is not established as an administrative adjustment in section 10-3-5, "Administrative Adjustment", of this chapter shall be considered a variation.
   C.   Procedure:
      1.   Action By The Zoning Administrator:
         a.   An application for a variation shall be filed with the Zoning Administrator in accordance with section 10-2-5, "Application Procedure", of this title.
         b.   Upon determining that the application is complete, the Zoning Administrator shall prepare a report for the Community Development Commission based upon each of the standards of subsection D, "Standards For Variations", of this section, and schedule the application for consideration by the Community Development Commission.
      2.   Action By The Community Development Commission:
         a.   The Community Development Commission shall conduct a public hearing on the application in accordance with section 10-2-7, "Public Hearing", of this title within sixty (60) days after receipt of a complete application. The 60-day period may be extended with the written consent of the applicant.
         b.   The Community Development Commission shall evaluate the application based upon the Zoning Administrator's report, the evidence presented at the public hearing, and each of the standards of subsection D, "Standards For Variations", of this section.
         c.   The Community Development Commission shall recommend approval, approval with conditions, or denial of the application. In recommending approval, the Community Development Commission may:
            (1)   Recommend conditions upon the establishment, location, construction, maintenance, and operation of the property that receives a variation as deemed necessary to protect the public interest.
            (2)   Recommend approval of a variation from the regulations of this title less than that requested by the applicant, if the Community Development Commission finds that the applicant is entitled to some relief, but not to the entire relief requested, based upon each of the standards of subsection D, "Standards For Variations", of this section.
            (3)   Recommend guarantees from the permittee as deemed necessary to assure compliance with the stipulated conditions of approval.
         d.   The Community Development Commission shall forward its recommendation to the Village Board within thirty (30) days after the close of the public hearing.
      3.   Action By The Village Board:
         a.   The Village Board shall consider the application within sixty (60) days after receiving the recommendation of the Community Development Commission. The 60-day period may be extended with the written consent of the applicant.
         b.   The Village Board shall evaluate the application based upon the Zoning Administrator's report, the recommendation of the Community Development Commission, the evidence presented at the public hearing, and each of the standards of subsection D, "Standards For Variations", of this section.
         c.   The Village Board shall take action in the form of approval, approval with conditions, denial, or referral of the application back to the Community Development Commission for further consideration. In approving a variation, the Village Board may:
            (1)   Impose conditions upon the establishment, location, construction, maintenance, and operation of the property that receives a variation as deemed necessary to protect the public interest.
            (2)   Grant a variation from the regulations of this title less than that requested by the applicant, if the Village Board finds that the applicant is entitled to some relief, but not to the entire relief requested, based upon each of the standards of subsection D, "Standards For Variations", of this section.
            (3)   Require guarantees from the permittee as deemed necessary to assure compliance with the stipulated conditions of approval.
         d.   A two-thirds (2/3) favorable vote of the Village Trustees is required to approve the application if the Community Development Commission recommends denial of the application.
FIGURE 10-3-4-1
VARIATION APPLICATION PROCEDURE
   D.   Standards For Variations: The Village Board, Community Development Commission, and Zoning Administrator shall evaluate applications for variations with specific written findings based on each of the standards of this subsection.
      1.   The proposed variation will not endanger the health, safety, comfort, convenience, and general welfare of the public.
      2.   The proposed variation is compatible with the character of adjacent properties and other property within the immediate vicinity of the proposed variation.
      3.   The proposed variation alleviates an undue hardship created by the literal enforcement of this title.
      4.   The proposed variation is necessary due to the unique physical attributes of the subject property, which were not deliberately created by the applicant.
      5.   The proposed variation represents the minimum deviation from the regulations of this title necessary to accomplish the desired improvement of the subject property.
      6.   The proposed variation is consistent with the intent of the Comprehensive Plan, this title, and the other land use policies of the Village.
   E.   Transferability: Variation approval runs with the land and is not affected by changes of ownership, tenancy, or management.
   F.   Expiration Of Variation Approval: Variation approval shall expire and be revoked if any of the following conditions occur.
      1.   A building permit has not been obtained within one year after approval of the variation. The applicant may request one (1) six- month extension of this period by means of a written request filed at least thirty (30) days prior to the expiration of the initial six-month period. The Zoning Administrator shall decide whether to grant or deny the applicant's request within fifteen (15) days of receipt of the applicant's written request.
      2.   The standards of this title or any of the terms and conditions of the variation are violated. (Ord. 67-2018, 12-18-2018)

10-3-5: ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUSTMENT:

   A.   Purpose: The purpose of this administrative adjustment application is to allow development that deviates from the specific regulations of this title within a narrowly defined set of circumstances to the extent that literal enforcement of such regulations creates particular hardships or practical difficulties in developing property due to the unique attributes of the property.
   B.   Applicability: Any application to allow development that deviates from the specific regulations of this title established in this section shall be considered an administrative adjustment.
      1.   A reduction of the minimum required lot area up to ten percent (10%).
      2.   A reduction of the minimum required lot width up to ten percent (10%).
      3.   An increase in the maximum permitted impervious coverage by five (5) percentage points or less.
      4.   A reduction of the minimum required front setback up to twenty percent (20%).
      5.   An increase in the maximum permitted front setback up to twenty percent (20%).
      6.   A reduction of the minimum required corner side setback up to twenty percent (20%).
      7.   An increase in the maximum permitted corner side setback up to twenty percent (20%).
      8.   A reduction of the minimum required interior side setback up to twenty percent (20%).
      9.   A reduction of the minimum required rear setback up to twenty percent (20%).
      10.   A reduction of the minimum required street frontage up to ten (10) percentage points.
      11.   A modification of the required and prohibited materials established in sections 10-6-16, "Design Requirements For Commercial Districts", and 10-6-19, "Design Requirements For Industrial Districts", of this title.
      12.   A reduction of the minimum required off-street parking up to ten percent (10%), or four (4) spaces, whichever is higher.
      13.   An increase in the maximum permitted sign area up to ten percent (10%).
      14.   An increase in the maximum permitted sign height up to ten percent (10%).
      15.   Any change to the standards for temporary signs with permit requirements as established in subsection 10-10-6C, "Temporary Signs With Permit Requirement", of this title.
   C.   Procedure:
      1.   An application for an administrative adjustment shall be filed with the Zoning Administrator in accordance with section 10-2-5, "Application Procedure", of this title.
      2.   Upon determining that the application is complete, the Zoning Administrator shall evaluate the application based upon each of the standards of subsection D, "Standards For Administrative Adjustments", of this section.
      3.   Due to the nature of an application for an administrative adjustment, the Zoning Administrator may determine that the application must be resubmitted as a variation in accordance with section 10-3-4, "Variation", of this chapter even if it meets the criteria for an administrative adjustment in subsection B, "Applicability", of this section.
      4.   A property owner that receives notice of an administrative adjustment application may object to the application by written submission to the Zoning Administrator, prior to the Zoning Administrator's decision on the application. Any administrative adjustment application for which an objection is received from a noticed property owner shall be resubmitted as a variation in accordance with section 10-3-4, "Variation", of this chapter.
      5.   The Zoning Administrator shall prepare a report and render a decision within thirty (30) days after receipt of a complete application and take action in the form of approval, approval with conditions, or denial of the application. In approving an administrative adjustment, the Zoning Administrator may:
         a.   Require conditions upon the establishment, location, construction, maintenance, and operation of the property that receives an administrative adjustment as deemed necessary to protect the public interest.
         b.   Grant an administrative adjustment less than that requested by the applicant if the Zoning Administrator finds that the applicant is entitled to some deviation from the specific regulations of this title, but not to the entire amount requested, based on each of the standards of subsection D, "Standards For Administrative Adjustments", of this section.
      6.   If the Zoning Administrator denies an application for an administrative adjustment, the applicant may resubmit the application as a variation in accordance with section 10-3-4, "Variation", of this chapter.
FIGURE 10-3-5-1
ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUSTMENT APPLICATION PROCEDURE
   D.   Standards For Administrative Adjustments: The Zoning Administrator shall evaluate applications for administrative adjustments with specific written findings based on each of the standards of this subsection.
      1.   The proposed administrative adjustment will not endanger the health, safety, comfort, convenience, and general welfare of the public.
      2.   The proposed administrative adjustment is compatible with the character of adjacent properties and other property within the immediate vicinity of the proposed administrative adjustment.
      3.   The proposed administrative adjustment alleviates an undue hardship created by the literal enforcement of this title.
      4.   The proposed administrative adjustment is necessary due to the unique physical attributes of the subject property, which were not deliberately created by the applicant.
      5.   The proposed administrative adjustment represents the minimum deviation from the regulations of this title necessary to accomplish the desired improvement of the subject adjustment.
      6.   The proposed administrative adjustment is consistent with the intent of the Comprehensive Plan, this title, and the other land use policies of the Village.
   E.   Transferability: Administrative adjustment approval runs with the land and is not affected by changes of ownership, tenancy, or management.
   F.   Expiration Of Administrative Adjustment Approval: Administrative adjustment approval shall expire and be revoked if any of the following conditions occur.
      1.   A building permit has not been obtained within one year after approval of the administrative adjustment. The applicant may request one (1) six-month extension of this period by means of a written request filed at least thirty (30) days prior to the expiration of the initial six-month period. The Zoning Administrator shall decide whether to grant or deny the applicant's request within fifteen (15) days of receipt of the applicant's written request.
      2.   The standards of this title or any of the terms and conditions of the administrative adjustment are violated. (Ord. 67-2018, 12-18-2018)

10-3-6: ZONING TEXT OR MAP AMENDMENT:

   A.   Purpose: The purpose of this zoning text or map amendment application is to allow modifications to the text of this title and the boundaries of the Zoning Map in response to changing conditions and policies.
   B.   Procedure:
      1.   Action By The Zoning Administrator:
         a.   An application for a zoning text or map amendment shall be filed with the Zoning Administrator in accordance with section 10-2-5, "Application Procedure", of this title.
         b.   Upon determining that the application is complete, the Zoning Administrator shall prepare a report for the Community Development Commission based upon a balance of the standards of subsection C, "Standards For Zoning Amendments", of this section and schedule the application for consideration by the Community Development Commission.
      2.   Action By The Community Development Commission:
         a.   The Community Development Commission shall conduct a public hearing on a proposed zoning amendment in accordance with section 10-2-7, "Public Hearing", of this title within sixty (60) days after receipt of a complete application. The 60-day period may be extended with the written consent of the applicant.
         b.   The Community Development Commission shall evaluate the application based upon the Zoning Administrator's report, the evidence presented at the public hearing, and the standards of subsection C, "Standards For Zoning Amendments", of this section.
         c.   For zoning text amendments, the Community Development Commission shall recommend approval, approval with modifications to the proposed text, or denial of the application.
         d.   For zoning map amendments, the Community Development Commission shall recommend approval or denial of the application.
         e.   The Community Development Commission shall forward its recommendation to the Village Board within thirty (30) days after the close of the public hearing.
      3.   Action By The Village Board:
         a.   The Village Board shall consider the application within sixty (60) days after receiving the recommendation of the Community Development Commission. The 60-day period may be extended with the written consent of the applicant.
         b.   The Village Board shall evaluate the application based upon the Zoning Administrator's report, the recommendation of the Community Development Commission, the evidence presented at the public hearing, and the standards of subsection C, "Standards For Zoning Amendments", of this section.
         c.   For zoning text amendments, the Village Board shall take action in the form of approval, approval with modifications to the proposed text, denial, or referral of the application back to the Community Development Commission for further consideration.
         d.   For zoning map amendments, the Village Board shall take action in the form of approval, denial, or referral of the application back to the Community Development Commission for further consideration.
         e.   A two-thirds (2/3) favorable vote of the Village Trustees is required to approve the application if the Community Development Commission recommends denial of the application.
         f.   A two-thirds (2/3) favorable vote of the Village Trustees is required if written protest is filed with the Village Clerk against the proposed zoning text or map amendment, signed by the owners of no less than twenty percent (20%) of the frontage along, immediately adjacent to, immediately across an alley from, or directly across the street from the subject property.
FIGURE 10-3-6-1
ZONING TEXT OR MAP AMENDMENT APPLICATION PROCEDURE
   C.   Standards For Zoning Amendments: The Village Board, Community Development Commission, and Zoning Administrator shall evaluate applications for zoning text or map amendments with specific written findings based on a balance of the standards for each type of amendment.
      1.   Approval standards for text amendments:
         a.   The proposed amendment will not endanger the health, safety, comfort, convenience, and general welfare of the public.
         b.   The proposed amendment corrects an error, adds clarification, or reflects a change in policy.
         c.   The proposed amendment is consistent with the intent of the Comprehensive Plan, this title, and the other land use policies of the Village.
      2.   Approval standards for map amendments:
         a.   The proposed amendment will not endanger the health, safety, comfort, convenience, and general welfare of the public.
         b.   The proposed amendment is compatible with the existing uses, character, and zoning of adjacent properties and other property within the immediate vicinity of the proposed amendment.
         c.   The proposed amendment provides a relative gain to the public, as compared to any hardship imposed upon an individual property owner.
         d.   The proposed amendment addresses the community need for a specific use.
         e.   The proposed amendment corrects an error, adds clarification, or reflects a change in policy.
         f.   The proposed amendment is consistent with the intent of the Comprehensive Plan, this title, and the other land use policies of the Village. (Ord. 67-2018, 12-18-2018)

10-3-7: ZONING APPEAL:

   A.   Purpose: The purpose of this zoning appeal application is to provide for the review of decisions made by the Zoning Administrator in the course of carrying out the duties and responsibilities associated with this title.
   B.   Initiation: A zoning appeal may be proposed by any person that has been aggrieved or affected by a decision of the Zoning Administrator pursuant to this title. A zoning appeal must be proposed within thirty (30) days after the date of the decision being appealed.
   C.   Procedure:
      1.   Action By The Zoning Administrator:
         a.   An application for a zoning appeal shall be filed with the Zoning Administrator in accordance with section 10-2-5, "Application Procedure", of this title.
         b.   Upon determining that the application is complete, the Zoning Administrator shall prepare a report for the Community Development Commission, and schedule the application for consideration by the Community Development Commission.
      2.   Action By The Community Development Commission:
         a.   The Community Development Commission shall conduct a public hearing on a proposed zoning appeal in accordance with section 10-2-7, "Public Hearing", of this title within sixty (60) days after receipt of a complete application. The 60-day period may be extended with the written consent of the applicant.
         b.   The Community Development Commission shall take action in the form of affirming, modifying, or reversing the decision made by the Zoning Administrator.
         c.   A party aggrieved or affected by a decision of the Community Development Commission regarding a zoning appeal may appeal this decision to the Village Board. An application for appeal to the Village Board shall be filed no later than fifteen (15) days following the Community Development Commission's decision. The Village Board will consider the appeal at a public meeting within thirty (30) days of receiving a completed application for appeal. The Village Board's decision on appeal shall be a final decision. (Ord. 67-2018, 12-18-2018)

10-3-8: ZONING INTERPRETATION:

   A.   Purpose: The purpose of this zoning interpretation application is to provide a process by which the standards of this title can be clarified and explained, in order to ensure consistent interpretation and application. Zoning interpretations are not intended to amend or modify the content of this title.
   B.   Limitation: All zoning interpretation requests shall be requested for the purpose of furthering an actual development or the establishment or clarification of a use.
   C.   Procedure:
      1.   An application for a zoning interpretation shall be filed with the Zoning Administrator in accordance with section 10-2-5, "Application Procedure", of this title.
      2.   Upon determining that the application is complete, the Zoning Administrator shall render an interpretation within fifteen (15) days after receipt of the complete application.
      3.   The determination of the Zoning Administrator may be appealed to the Community Development Commission in accordance with section 10-3-7, "Zoning Appeal", of this chapter.
FIGURE 10-3-8-1
ZONING INTERPRETATION PROCEDURE
 
(Ord. 67-2018, 12-18-2018)

10-3-9: SIGN PERMIT:

   A.   Purpose: The purpose of this sign permit application is to establish a process for obtaining a permit to erect, construct, alter, or relocate signs within the Village.
   B.   Applicability: An applicant must obtain a sign permit in order to erect, construct, alter, or relocate a sign, except for certain exempt permanent and temporary signs as specified in subsections 10-10-5A, "Permanent Signs Exempt From Permit Requirement", and 10-10-6B, "Temporary Signs Exempt From Permit Requirement", of this title. The maintenance of signs does not require a sign permit and includes, but is not limited to, cleaning, painting, repairing, changing advertising copy, changing items of information, or modifying the copy of changeable copy signs.
   C.   Procedure:
      1.   An application for a sign permit shall be filed with the Zoning Administrator in accordance with section 10-2-5, "Application Procedure", of this title.
      2.   Upon determining that the application is complete, the Zoning Administrator shall approve, approve with conditions, or deny the sign permit based on the standards of chapter 10, "Signs", of this title within thirty (30) days after receipt of the complete application.
FIGURE 10-3-9-1
SIGN PERMIT PROCEDURE
   D.   Expiration Of Sign Permit Approval: Sign permit approval shall expire and be revoked if any of the following conditions occur.
      1.   A building permit has not been obtained within six (6) months after approval of the sign permit. The applicant may request one (1) six-month extension of this period by means of a written request filed prior to the expiration of the initial six-month period. The Zoning Administrator shall decide whether to grant or deny the applicant's request within fifteen (15) days of receipt of the applicant's written request.
      2.   The standards of this title or any of the terms and conditions of the sign permit are violated. (Ord. 67-2018, 12-18-2018)

10-3-10: TEMPORARY USE PERMIT:

   A.   Purpose: The purpose of this temporary use permit application is to accommodate reasonable requests for temporary uses that are desirable for the community in the short term.
   B.   Applicability: An applicant must obtain a temporary use permit to establish a temporary use in accordance with section 10-7-5, "Temporary Structures And Uses", of this title.
   C.   Procedure:
      1.   An application for a temporary use permit shall be filed with the Zoning Administrator in accordance with section 10-2-5, "Application Procedure", of this title.
      2.   Upon determining that the application is complete, the Zoning Administrator shall approve, approve with conditions, or deny the temporary use permit based on the standards of section 10-7-5, "Temporary Structures And Uses", of this title, within thirty (30) days after receipt of the complete application. Temporary uses not established in section 10-7-5, "Temporary Structures And Uses", of this title shall require approval by the Village Board through a zoning text or map amendment as established in section 10-3-6, "Zoning Text Or Map Amendment", of this chapter.
FIGURE 10-3-10-1
TEMPORARY USE PERMIT APPLICATION PROCEDURE
   D.   Expiration Of Temporary Use Permit Approval: The temporary use permit is valid for the time period granted as part of the approval. (Ord. 67-2018, 12-18-2018)