Nauvoo City Zoning Code
CHAPTER 9
SITE PLAN REVIEW
10-9-1: STATEMENT OF INTENT:
For the purpose of promoting compatible development, stability of property values, and to prevent impairment or depreciation of property values, no person shall commence any use or erect any structure, with the exception of single-family, and agricultural buildings and structures, without first obtaining the approval of the planning commission and city council of detailed site plans as set forth in this section. Site plans are required if more than one 2-family dwelling unit is placed on property owned by the same person or if located in a subdivision or planned unit development.
The planning commission and city council shall review the site, existing and proposed structures, setbacks, neighboring uses, utilization of landscaping and open space, parking areas, driveway locations, loading and unloading in the case of commercial and industrial uses, highway access, traffic generation and circulation, drainage, and sewerage and water systems. (Ord. 2001-2, 6-12-2001)
All approved site plan reviews shall be valid for a time period of one year starting with the date the site plan review is approved by the Nauvoo city council to the time construction is begun. If construction has not commenced within a year from the date the site plan review is approved by the city council, then the site plan review is considered expired and a new site plan review process must be commenced. (Ord. 2005-17, 5-9-2006)
10-9-2: PRINCIPLES:
To implement and define criteria for the purposes set forth in section 10-9-1 of this chapter, the following principles are established:
A. No building or use shall be permitted that would have a negative impact on the maintenance of safe and healthful conditions in the city.
B. Buildings and uses shall maintain existing topography, drainage patterns, and vegetative cover insofar as is practical.
C. Buildings and uses shall provide for safe traffic circulation and safe driveway locations.
D. Buildings and uses shall provide adequate parking and loading areas.
E. Buildings and uses shall be provided with adequate public services.
F. Buildings and uses shall make appropriate use of open spaces and provide appropriate landscaping and planting screens as required. (Ord. 2001-2, 6-12-2001)
10-9-3: ADMINISTRATION:
Site plan data shall be submitted to the zoning administrator who shall transmit all applications and their accompanying plans to the planning commission for their review. The purpose of the site plan is to show all information needed to enable the zoning administrator, planning commission, building inspector, city engineer and the city council to determine if the proposed development meets the requirements of this chapter. The submittal procedure is as follows:
A. Six (6) copies of the site plan with all applicable information from the checklist in section 10-9-5 of this chapter shown on the plan shall be submitted one week prior to the planning commission meeting.
B. Site plan review submittals shall follow the application fee schedule in chapter 12 of this title.
C. If revisions are required, three (3) copies of the plan shall be submitted to the planning commission for final review.
D. Upon approval of the site plan, one approved plan will be kept on file in city hall, one plan will be on file in the building inspection section for field review and the final copy of the approval plan will be returned to the developer/owner for use by the contractor in the construction process. (Ord. 2001-2, 6-12-2001)
E. Basic construction hours for commercial projects shall be from seven o'clock (7:00) A.M. to eight o'clock (8:00) P.M. The hours may vary depending on what type of construction work has been applied for. The planning commission shall set the hours during the site plan review process with input from the zoning administrator and the building inspector. The zoning administrator and the building inspector shall enforce the times set and have the power to revoke the building permit for noncompliance. (Ord. 2007-15, 6-10-2008)
The plan data to be submitted with all site plan review applications shall include the information on the site plan review application and checklist available from the zoning administrator or city clerk. A sample form is at section 10-9-5 of this chapter for informational purposes only. (Ord. 2001-2, 6-12-2001)
10-9-4: REVIEW AND FINDINGS:
The planning commission shall review the referred plans at the first planning commission meeting following their submittal, but not more than thirty (30) days following their submittal. The planning commission shall render a decision no later than the following regular planning commission meeting. The planning commission shall not approve any plans unless they find, after reviewing the application, that the structure or use, as planned, will not violate the intent and purpose of this chapter. The planning commission will approve said plans only after determining the proposed building or buildings will not impair an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent property, or substantially increase the danger of fire, or traffic congestion, or otherwise endanger the public health or safety. (Ord. 2001-2, 6-12-2001)
10-9-5: SITE PLAN REVIEW APPLICATION AND CHECKLIST:
**SAMPLE FORM**
CITY OF NAUVOO
SITE PLAN REVIEW APPLICATION
Applicant to complete the following:
Date:
Project Name:
Applicant's Name:
Address:
Telephone Number:
Project Name:
General Location of Property to be Reviewed:
Name of Designer:
Address:
Telephone Number:
Legal Owner of Property:
Address:
Telephone Number:
Description of Proposed Development (specify proposed use of each structure):
**SAMPLE FORM**
CITY OF NAUVOO
SITE PLAN REVIEW CHECKLIST
Project Name:
Applicant Name:
Mark an "X" where completed, leave blank when not completed, mark n/a when not applicable.
Information for the Plan
Site plan drawn to a recognized engineering scale.
Name of project noted.
Owner's and/or developer's name and address noted.
Designer's name and address noted.
Date of plan submittal.
Scale of drawing noted on plan and north arrow.
The type, size, and location of all structures with all building dimensions shown.
Indicate height of building(s).
Existing and proposed street names indicated.
Indicate existing and proposed public rights-of-way and widths.
Locate existing and general location of proposed sanitarysewers, septic systems, storm sewers, and water mains.
Locate any proposed storm water management facilities, including detention/retention areas.
Locate existing trees.
The location and description of all proposed landscaping, berms, fencing and walls.
Note location of pedestrian sidewalks and walkways.
The zoning district of the parcel and all abutting parcels.
Existing and proposed lot lines, & dimensioned building setbacks.
For parcels of more than one acre: existing and proposed topography with a maximum contour interval of two feet on the site and beyond the site for a distance of 100 feet in all directions.
Dimensioned parking spaces and calculations, drives and types of surfacing.
Exterior light locations, type of light and height.
Location of trash receptacle pad and description of screening method.
Location of signs, including height and size; provide description of lighting method and materials.
Any other pertinent features not mentioned above.
Additional Requirements for RMF, RMH & TTP Districts
Designation of units by type and number of units in each building.
Location of carports, garages or parking area.
Locations and descriptions of community buildings, recreational facilities and outdoor recreational spaces.
Additional Requirements for C and I Districts
Loading and Unloading areas.
Gross and Net (useable) floor area in square feet.
Number of employees, customers, clients or patients in park usage.
Additional Requirements for CBD & OM Districts
Description of exterior design or exterior elevations.
Description of restoration scope of work.
Additional Requirements for PUD Districts
The location of natural resource features to be preserved (i.e. – woodlands, meadows, lakes, etc.).
(Ord. 2001-2, 6-12-2001)