The Zoning Clearance procedure is established as a mechanism to verify that a proposed land use complies with the use regulations applicable to the zoning district in which the subject property is located.

(Ord. 1104, passed 7-19-04)

   Prior to the issuance of a business license or a building, grading, or other construction permit for a proposed use for which no discretionary land use permit is required by this Title 16, the applicant must obtain a Zoning Clearance from the Planning Department and any other city department with jurisdiction over the subject use.

(Ord. 1104, passed 7-19-04)

   (A)   The Planning Director or designee shall determine whether the proposed use complies with the land use regulations of this Title 16. Written findings and recommendations shall be provided to city staff responsible for permit issuance. Where the Planning Director or designee determines that the proposed use fails to comply with the regulations of this Title 16, no permit shall be issued.

   (B)   Other city departments with jurisdiction over the subject use shall review the subject application for compliance with applicable regulations. Written findings and recommendations shall be provided to city staff responsible for permit issuance.

(Ord. 1104, passed 7-19-04)

   Where no other authorization is required, a request for Zoning Clearance shall be filed on the forms provided by the Planning Department.

(Ord. 1104, passed 7-19-04)