This ordinance, and the zoning map adopted in conjunction therewith which shows the zones and districts and zoning classifications of property therein, may be amended from time to time in compliance with the requirements of the zoning procedures law and of this article.

(Mo. of 2-20-1986)

Before adopting any amendment to this zoning ordinance which changes the text of the zoning ordinance or which rezones property from one zoning classification to another, the mayor and city council shall hold a public hearing on the proposed amendments.

(Mo. of 2-20-1986)

At least 15 days but not more than 45 days prior to the date of the hearing, the mayor and council shall publish a notice of the hearing in the Leader-Tribune. The notice shall state the time, place and purpose of the hearing. If the hearing concerns a proposed amendment to the official zoning map, then the notice shall also state the location of the property, the present zoning classification, and the proposed zoning classification.

(Mo. of 2-20-1986)

If the hearing concerns a proposed amendment to the official zoning map, then at least 15 days prior to the date of the hearing the zoning enforcement officer shall post a sign in a conspicuous place on the property. The sign shall be not less than 12 square feet in area and shall state the time, place, and purpose of the hearing, the present zoning classification of the property, and the proposed zoning classification.

(Mo. of 2-20-1986)

Any petition for an amendment to this ordinance may be withdrawn at any time at the discretion of the person or agency initiating such a request upon written notice to the city clerk.

(Mo. of 2-20-1986)

In making zoning decisions, the mayor and council shall utilize the following standards:

(a)

Whether the proposed amendment would permit a use that is suitable in view of the use and development of adjacent and nearby property;

(b)

Whether the proposed amendment would adversely affect the existing use or usability of adjacent or nearby property;

(c)

Whether the property to be affected by the proposed amendment has a reasonable economic use as currently zoned;

(d)

Whether the proposed amendment would result in a use which would or could cause an excessive or burdensome use of existing streets, transportation facilities, or schools;

(e)

If the city has an adopted land use plan, whether the proposed amendment is in conformity with the policy and intent of the land use plan; and

(f)

Whether there are other existing or changing conditions affecting the use and development of the property which give supporting grounds for either approval or disapproval of the proposed amendment.

(Mo. of 2-20-1986)