The Horseshoe Bend City Council shall have legislative authority on all zoning and land use decisions in the City. The Staff's function is under the direction of the Council. The specific duties and responsibilities of staff follow. (Ord. 232, 4-14-2010)

Provide and maintain a continuing program of public information on zoning matters and provide planning and zoning assistance to the public as requested. (Ord. 232, 4-14-2010)

Review the standards for those allowed uses which must meet specific standards prior to approval, and provide notice to the applicant and adjacent property owners as herein specified. (Ord. 232, 4-14-2010)

Accept, evaluate and submit a written report, including findings of fact and recommended conclusions of law, to appropriate authority for all Council level applications. (Ord. 232, 4-14-2010)

Review building permit applications for zoning compliance. (Ord. 232, 4-14-2010)

Provide public notice of all public hearings held for the review of planning and zoning applications. (Ord. 232, 4-14-2010)

Maintain records and files of all zoning applications and of the hearings and actions thereon. (Ord. 232, 4-14-2010)

Investigate possible violations of this Title and take the actions necessary and appropriate to remedy such violations. (Ord. 232, 4-14-2010)

Initiate revisions and amendments of the Zoning Ordinance and the Comprehensive Plan. (Ord. 232, 4-14-2010)

Prepare special studies and plans as appropriate. (Ord. 232, 4-14-2010)

Make interpretations of the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan. (Ord. 232, 4-14-2010)

Determine the classification of all uses not specifically identified in the Zoning Ordinance. (Ord. 232, 4-14-2010)