The district boundaries and regulations which apply within each of the districts have been made in accordance with a comprehensive plan designed:

   A.   To promote the health, convenience, order, prosperity, and general welfare of the citizens of Gooding County, Idaho, that reside in or about the city of Hagerman.

   B.   To encourage and facilitate the orderly growth and development of the city.

   C.   To lessen the danger of fire, flood, traffic hazards and other threats to public welfare.

   D.   To secure economy in the services provided by the city.

   E.   To stabilize and enhance property values, and to facilitate adequate provision for transportation, water, sewage, schools, and other public requirements.

   F.   To clarify what is expected of new development in order for it to be in harmony with existing and future development in the Hagerman area. (Ord. 989, 6-4-1996)

In establishing the districts, the boundaries thereof, and the regulations applying within each of the districts, due and careful consideration was given, among other things, to the suitability of land for particular uses with a view to conserving the value of buildings and encouraging the most appropriate use of land throughout the city and area of impact. (Ord. 989, 6-4-1996)

It is the intent of the city council that the regulations and restrictions as set forth in this title shall also be interpreted and construed as to further the purposes of this title and the objectives and characteristics of the respective districts. (Ord. 989, 6-4-1996)

   A.   Contents Of Application: The application for zoning permit shall be signed by the owner or applicant attesting to the truth and exactness of all information supplied on the application. Each application shall clearly state that the permit shall expire and may be revoked if work has not begun or is substantially completed within one year. At a minimum, the application shall contain the following information:

      1.   Name, address, and phone number of the applicant.

      2.   Legal description of property.

      3.   Existing use.

      4.   Proposed use.

      5.   Zoning district.

      6.   Plan, drawn to scale, showing the actual dimensions and the shape of the lot to be built upon; the exact size and location of existing buildings on the lot, if any; and the location and dimensions of the proposed building(s) or alteration.

      7.   Building heights.

      8.   Number of off street parking spaces or loading berths.

      9.   Number of dwelling units.

      10.   Proposed sewer and water facilities.

      11.   Such other matters as may be necessary to determine conformance with, and provide for, the enforcement of this title.

   B.   Expiration Of Zoning Permit: If the work described in any zoning permit has not begun within one year from the date of issuance thereof, said permit shall expire. (Ord. 989, 6-4-1996)

   A.   Schedule Of Fees Established: The city council shall establish a schedule of fees, charges, and expenses and a collection procedure for zoning permits, amendments, appeals, variances, special use permits, plan approvals and other matters pertaining to the administration enforcement of this title requiring investigations, inspections, legal advertising, postage, and other expenses.

   B.   Posting Of Schedule: The schedule of fees shall be posted in the city hall, and may be altered or amended only by the city council.

   C.   Payment Of Fees Required: Until all applicable fees, charges, and expenses have been paid in full, no action shall be taken on any application or appeal. (Ord. 989, 6-4-1996)

The attorney for the city shall, in addition to taking whatever criminal action deemed necessary, take steps to civilly enjoin any violation of this title. Penalties for failure to comply with or violate the provisions of this title shall be as follows:

(Ord. 989, 6-4-1996)