Purpose. The zoning permit looks to the location and use of the building in light of the requirements of this chapter, and certifies that such location and use is permitted, or that it exists as a nonconforming use and/or nonconforming structure, or is permitted by the terms of a variance. To ensure compliance with the provision of this chapter, no person shall erect, alter or convert any structure or building or part thereof or alter the use of any land subsequent to the adoption of this chapter, until a zoning permit has been issued by the Zoning Officer.

Application for Zoning Permit. All zoning permit applications shall be made in writing by the owner or his authorized agent and shall include a statement to the use or intended use and shall be accompanied by a plan of the plot showing thereon the exact size, shape and location of all proposed structures and such other information as may be necessary to provide for the enforcement of this chapter. The zoning permits shall be granted or denied within ten (10) business days from the date that a written application is filed with the Zoning Officer.

Issuance of Zoning Permit. Zoning permits shall be secured from the Zoning Officer prior to construction, erection or alteration of any structure or part of a structure or use of a structure or land. It shall be the duty of the Zoning Officer to issue a zoning permit, provided that person is satisfied that the proposed use conforms with all requirements of this chapter. It is the applicant's responsibility that all other reviews and actions, if any, called for in this chapter or any other Township ordinance have been complied with and all necessary approvals secured therefor.

Denial of Zoning Permit. When the Zoning Officer is not satisfied that the applicant's proposed development will meet the requirements of this chapter, the Zoning Officer shall refuse to issue a zoning permit. When an application for a zoning permit is denied, it is the duty of the Zoning Officer to specify what sections of the application are not in conformance with the zoning ordinance. The applicant may appeal to the Zoning Board of Adjustment.

Records of Zoning Permits. It shall be the duty of the Zoning Officer to keep a record of all applications for zoning permits issued, together with a notation of all special conditions involved. The Zoning Officer shall prepare a monthly report for the Township Council, Planning Board, Zoning Board of Adjustment, and Tax Assessor, summarizing for the period since their previous report all zoning permits issued and all complaints of violations and the action taken.

Fees for Zoning Permits.