(a)   Enforce the provisions of this ordinance and interpret the meaning and application of its provisions.

   (b)   Respond to questions concerning applications for amendments to the Zoning Ordinance text and the Official Zoning District Map.

   (c)   Issue zoning permits and certificates of occupancy as provided by this Ordinance, and keep a record of same with a notation of any special conditions involved.

   (d)   Act on all applications upon which he is authorized to act by the provisions of this Ordinance within the specific time or notify the applicant in writing of his refusal or disapproval of such application and the reasons therefor. Failure to notify the applicant in case of such refusal or disapproval within the specified time shall entitle the applicant to submit his request to the Board of Zoning Appeals.

   (e)   Conduct inspections of buildings and uses of the land to determine compliance with this Ordinance, and, in the case of any violation, to notify in writing the person(s) responsible, specifying the nature of the violation and ordering corrective action.

   (f)   Maintain in current status the Official Zoning District Map which shall be kept on permanent display in the Village offices.

   (g)   Maintain permanent and current records required by this Ordinance, including but not limited to zoning permits, zoning certificates, inspection documents, and records of all variances, amendments and special uses.

   (h)   Make such records available for the use of Village Council, the Planning Commission, the Board of Zoning Appeals and the public.

   (i)   Review and approve site plans pursuant to this Ordinance.

   (j)   Determine the existence of any violations of this Ordinance, and cause such notifications, revocation notices, stop orders, or tickets to be issued, or initiate such other administrative or legal action as needed, to address such violations.

   (k)   Prepare and submit an annual report to the Village Council and Planning Commission on the administration of this Ordinance, setting forth such information as may be of interest and value in advancing and furthering the purpose of this Ordinance. Such report shall include recommendations concerning the schedule of fees.

   (a)   Recommend the proposed Zoning Ordinance, including text and Official Zoning District Map to the Village Council for formal adoption.

   (b)   Initiate advisable Official Zoning District Map changes, or changes in the text of the Zoning Ordinance where same will promote the best interest of the public in general through recommendation to the Village Council.

   (c)   Review all proposed amendments to the text of this Ordinance and the Official Zoning District Map and make recommendations to the Village Council as specified in Chapter 1149.

   (d)   Review site plans of all improvements, except one and two-family dwellings for compliance with these development regulations.

   (e)   Review plans for capital improvements and public improvement.

   (f)   Review all Planned Unit Development Applications and make recommendations to the Village Council as provided in this Ordinance.

   (g)   Carry on a continuous review of the effectiveness and appropriateness of this Ordinance and recommend such changes or amendments as it feels would be appropriate. (Ord. 2001-12. Passed 6-13-01.)

   (a)   Approve the appointments of members to the Planning Commission.

   (b)   Approve the appointments of members to the Zoning Board of Appeals.

   (c)   Initiate or act upon suggested amendments to the Zoning Ordinance text or Official Zoning District Map.

   (d)   Override a written recommendation of the Planning Commission on a text or map amendment provided that such legislative action is passed by a vote of not less than three-quarters of the Village Council.

   (a)   Name, address and phone number of the applicant;

   (b)   Legal description of the property;

   (c)   Existing use;

   (d)   Proposed use;

   (e)   Zoning district;

   (f)   Plans in triplicate 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;

   (g)   Building heights;

   (h)   Number of off-street parking spaces and or loading berths, and their layout;

   (i)   Location and design of access drives;

   (j)   Number of dwelling units;

   (k)   If applicable, application for a sign permit or a conditional, special, or temporary use permit, unless previously submitted;

   (l)   A landscape plan indicating conformity with Chapter 1131 and Section 1107.11;

   (m)   Where the Application for Zoning Permit is for a use which requires soil excavation, soil removal, fill, site clearing, site grading or other modification of the surface of the land, an erosion control plan shall also be submitted. Such erosion control plan shall illustrate erosion and sedimentation control measures to be utilized to control soil erosion and alleviate sediment transport to area water courses, storm sewers, etc. Guidance for preparation of an erosion control plan may be obtained from the Cuyahoga Soil and Water Conservation District Office or by reference to "Water Management and Sediment Control for Urbanizing Areas," (available from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Soil Conservation Service).

   (n)   Such other documentation as may be necessary to determine conformance with, and to provide for the enforcement of this Ordinance.

   (a)   Be in writing;

   (b)   Identify the violation;

   (c)   Include a statement of the reason or reasons why it is being issued and refer to the sections of this Ordinance being violated; and,

   (d)   State the time by which the violation shall be corrected.

   Service of notice of violation shall be as follows:

   (a)   By personal delivery to the person or persons responsible, or by leaving the notice at the usual place of residence of the owner with a person of suitable age and discretion; or,

   (b)   By certified mail deposited in the United States Post Office addressed to the person or persons responsible at a last known address. If a certified mail envelope is returned with endorsement showing that the envelope is unclaimed, then service shall be sent by ordinary mail, and the mailing shall be evidenced by a certificate of mailing which shall be filed by the Zoning Administrator. Service shall be deemed complete when the fact of mailing is entered of record, provided that the ordinary mail envelope is not returned by the postal authorities with an endorsement showing failure of delivery; or,

   (c)   By posting a copy of the notice form in a conspicuous place on the premises found in violation.

   (a)   Be served personally;

   (b)   Be in writing;

   (c)   Identify the violation;

   (d)   State the time, date and place for appearance in court; and,

   (e)   State the amount of fine payable in lieu of a court appearance. If the ticket cannot be served personally, the Zoning Administrator shall request that a summons be issued by the Court.

   (a)   Name, address, and phone number of applicants.

   (b)   Legal description of the property.

   (c)   Description and nature of Variance requested.

   (d)   A narrative statement demonstrating that the requested Variance conforms to the following standards:

      (1)   That special conditions and circumstances exist which are peculiar to the land, structure, or building involved and which are not applicable to other lands, structures, or buildings in the same district.

      (2)   That a literal interpretation of the provisions of this Ordinance would deprive the applicant of rights commonly enjoyed by other properties in the same district under the terms of this Ordinance.

      (3)   That special conditions and circumstances do not result from the actions of the applicant.

      (4)   That granting the Variance requested will not confer on the applicant any special privilege that is denied by this Ordinance to other lands, structures, or buildings in the same district.

   (a)   Name, address, and phone number of applicant.

   (b)   Legal description of the property.

   (c)   Description of existing use.

   (d)   Zoning district.

   (e)   Description of proposed conditional use.

   (f)   A plan of the proposed site for the conditional use showing the location of all buildings, parking and loading area, traffic access and traffic circulation, open spaces, landscaping, refuse and service areas, utilities, signs, yards, and such other information as the Board may require to determine if the proposed conditional use meets the intent and requirements of this Ordinance.

   (g)   A narrative statement evaluating the effects on adjoining property; the effect of such elements as noise, glare, odor, fumes and vibration on adjoining property; a discussion of the general compatibility with adjacent and other properties in the district; and the relationship of the proposed use to the Comprehensive Plan.

   (h)   A list containing the names and mailing addresses of all owners of property within five hundred (500) feet of the property in question.

   (i)   A fee as established by Ordinance.

   (j)   A narrative addressing each of the applicable standards set forth in Section 1147.03.

      (1)   When located on a local street, the proposed use shall be designed and situated so as to generate the least possible traffic through a residential neighborhood;

      (2)   The proposed use shall be necessary to serve the surrounding residential areas which cannot be served satisfactorily if the same use is located in a nearby less restrictive district where it may be permitted by right;

      (3)   The location, design and operation of such use shall not discourage the appropriate development or demonstrably impair the value of the surrounding residential district.

      (4)   For temporary structures, every Conditional Use Permit shall be reviewed every six months and may be renewed only while the construction operations are underway.

      (1)   The proposed use shall be necessary to serve the community needs and if existing similar facilities located in a less restrictive district in which the use may be permitted by right are inadequate.

      (2)   The location, extent and intensity of the proposed use shall be such that its operation is not objectionable to nearby dwellings by reason of noise, smoke, dust, odors, fumes, vibrations or glare greater than is normal or as permitted by the environmental performance regulations.

      (3)   The proposed use shall form a harmonious part of the use district, taking into account, among other considerations, convenience of access and relationship of one use to another.

      (4)   The proposed use shall be permitted in a less restrictive district than that in which it is permitted by right only because of its limited extent, modern equipment and processes.

      (5)   The hours of operation and concentration of vehicles in connection with the proposed use shall not be more hazardous or dangerous than the normal traffic of the district.

   (a)   By adoption of a motion by the Planning Commission;

   (b)   By adoption of a resolution by Village Council;

   (c)   By the filing of an application by at least one (1) owner or lessee of property within the area proposed to by changed of affected by said amendment.

   (a)   Name, address, and phone number of the applicant;

   (b)   The proposed amending ordinance, approved as to form by the Village Law Director;

   (c)   A statement of the reason(s) for the proposed amendment;

   (d)   Present use;

   (e)   Present zoning district;

   (f)   Proposed use;

   (g)   Proposed zoning district;

   (h)   A vicinity map at a scale approved by the Zoning Administrator showing property lines, thoroughfares, existing and proposed zoning, and such other items as the Zoning Administrator may require;

   (i)   A list of all property owners and their mailing addresses who are within, contiguous to, or directly across the street from the parcel(s) proposed to be rezoned and others that may have a substantial interest in the case, except that addresses need not be included where more than ten (10) parcels are to be rezoned;

   (j)   A statement on the ways in which the proposed amendment relates to the comprehensive plan;

   (k)   A fee as established by Village Council.

   (a)   Name, address, and phone number of the applicant;

   (b)   The proposed amending ordinance, approved as to form by the Village Law Director;

   (c)   A statement of the reason(s) for the proposed amendment;

   (d)   A statement explaining the ways in which the proposed amendment relates to the comprehensive plan;

   (e)   A fee as established by Village Council.