The purpose of this chapter is to establish a standard process for the assignment of zoning to lands that will be annexed to the city.

The application fee for an annexation petition shall be $500.00.

At the time of the official public hearing on any proposed annexation to the city, the hearing examiner shall recommend a district classification of the area to be annexed in accordance with Chapter 2.50 GMC, which recommendation shall be in keeping with the overall comprehensive plan for the urban area, and the best arrangement of land uses to promote public health, safety, morals, and general welfare. The city council shall stipulate the precise district classification of the area to be annexed as a part of the annexation ordinance, and the official zoning map shall be changed accordingly.

The establishment of zoning for annexation areas shall be guided by the land use designations and policies of the comprehensive plan.