A zoning map amendment, that is, a property rezoning, may be proposed by an individual or entity owning fee simple title to the property proposed for rezoning or an individual or entity presenting written authorization to act on behalf of such an owner. Ownership shall be defined as controlling a 51 percent interest or greater in the property.

An application for amendment to the official zoning map or text of the zoning ordinance shall be accompanied by a filing fee established by city council. Such applications shall be filed with the city clerk on a form provided by the city a minimum of 60 calendar days prior to the date of the hearing at which the applicant wishes the application to be considered. The zoning administrator or his designee may alter the deadline by up to seven calendar days, provided that the application may be properly advertised for the public hearing before council and all notice requirements may be met.

(Ord. No. 05-08, § 2(12.03), 8-15-2005; Ord. No. 2023-006, § 1(Exh. A), 7-10-2023)