Montpelier City Zoning Code
ENFORCEMENT
§ 153.185 PERMITS REQUIRED.
§ 153.186 PERMIT APPLICATION CONTENTS.
(A) Permit application forms and content, including expiration dates and other explanations associated with the permit process, shall be determined by current city policy. The application for any 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 within 180 days.
(B) At a minimum, the application shall contain the following information:
(1) Name, address and phone number of applicant;
(2) Legal description of the property;
(3) Existing use;
(4) Proposed use;
(5) Zoning district;
(6) Plan, draw 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; and
(11) Such other matters as may be necessary to determine conformance with and provide for the enforcement of this chapter.
(Prior Code, § 17.68.020)
§ 153.187 APPROVAL OF BUILDING PERMITS.
(A) (1) Within ten days after the receipt of an application, the Administrator shall, in a timely manner, either approve or disapprove the application in conformance with the provisions of this chapter. All building permits shall, however, be conditional upon commencement of work within 180 days. A copy of the plans marked as approved or disapproved and attested to same by the Administrator’s signature on such copy will be retained by the Administrator and filed with the City Clerk.
(2) The Administrator shall issue the permit, to be posted in a conspicuous place on the property in question, attesting to the fact that the use or alteration is in conformance with the provisions of this chapter.
(3) If the work described in any building permit has not begun within 180 days from the date of issuance thereof, said permit shall expire; it shall be revoked by the Administrator, and written notice thereof shall be given to the persons affected. An extension may be granted after applying to the Administrator for an additional 180 days from the original expiration date, if just cause is shown.
(B) (1) No building permit will be issued without the contractor’s registration number being presented by the contractor, except when the permit applicant provides evidence to the satisfaction of the Building Official that the applicant is exempt from the registration requirements, pursuant to Idaho Code Title 54, Chapter 52, or other applicable law.
(2) The permit applicant may appeal the decision of the Building Official to the Planning and Zoning Commission within 14 days from the decision of the Building Official. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall conduct a review hearing and shall affirm or deny the decision of the Building Official.
(Prior Code, § 17.68.030) (Ord. 590, passed 4-5-2006)
§ 153.188 BUILDING AND USE PERMITS; RECORDS; FAILURE TO OBTAIN.
(A) The Administrator shall maintain a record of all building permit applications and copies shall be furnished upon request to any person. A year-end report of all construction, including new, additions and alterations within the city and city impact area, shall also be maintained and available.
(Prior Code, § 17.68.040)
(B) Failure to obtain a required permit shall be a violation of this chapter.
(Prior Code, § 17.68.050)
Penalty, see § 153.999
§ 153.189 VIOLATIONS.
(A) Whenever a violation of this chapter occurs or is alleged to have occurred, any person, including the Administrator, may file a written complaint. Such complaint stating fully the causes and basis thereof shall be filed with the Administrator.
(B) The Administrator shall properly record such complaint, immediately investigate and inform the violator by personal contact or by sending a standard form letter. Such letter will contain causes of violation and a deadline for the response from the violator. If there is no response, or if the violation is not remedied by the set date determined by the Administrator, the City Attorney shall:
(1) In addition to taking whatever criminal action is deemed necessary, take steps to civilly enjoin any violation of this chapter; and
(2) Report to the Planning and Zoning Commission within 30 days concerning such action.
(Prior Code, § 17.68.060) Penalty, see § 153.999
§ 153.190 SCHEDULE OF FEES, CHARGES AND EXPENSES.
The Council shall establish a schedule of fees, charges and expenses and a collection procedure for building permits, amendments, appeals, variances, conditional use permits, plan approvals and any other matters pertaining to the administration and enforcement of this chapter requiring investigations, inspections, legal advertising, postage and other expenses. The schedule of fees shall be posted in the office of the Administrator and/or City Clerk’s office and may be altered or amended only by the Council. The Planning and Zoning Commission reserves the right to recommend to the Council any of the above. Until all applicable fees, charges and expenses have been paid in full, no action shall be taken on any application or appeal.
(Prior Code, § 17.68.070)