A. An application for variance shall be subject to Type 2 review if the variance requested is more than 25 percent of the numerical standard in question. As set forth in Chapter 2.05 CCC, the Cowlitz County Hearing Examiner shall have the power to grant Type 2 variances. The Director shall transmit their findings regarding the application to the Hearing Examiner 10 days prior to the public hearing set pursuant to Chapter 2.05 CCC.

B. Upon receipt of a complete application for a Type 2 variance, the Director shall set the time and place for a public hearing on the subject matter.

C. Written notice of the Type 2 variance hearing shall be mailed to all landowners of record within 300 feet of the subject property. Said notice shall be addressed as shown on the current tax rolls and transmitted via U.S. mail not less than 14 days prior to the hearing date.

D. Notice of time, place, and purpose of the Type 2 variance hearing shall be made not less than 14 days prior to the hearing date. A copy of the Hearing Examiner’s hearing notice shall be transmitted to the applicant.

E. The Hearing Examiner shall, in making an order, decision, or termination, include in the written record of the case the findings of fact upon which the action is based. The Hearing Examiner decision shall be appealable in the manner to a court of competent jurisdiction as proscribed by state law. [Ord. 15-030 § 5, 3-10-15.]