4.7.1 Zoning Clearance (Permit). A zoning permit shall be obtained from the Planning and Zoning Officer before starting:

a.

To establish any new use of property;

b.

To excavate for or build any slab or foundation;

c.

To erect, construct, reconstruct, enlarge, alter or move any building or structure;

d.

To change the use of any building, structure, or land from one use to another, or

e.

In the case of nonconforming uses, to change from one use to another;

f.

To dig or drill any well;

g.

To install, add to or repair any sewerage disposal system;

h.

To install a sign, but only if required per Article 22;

i.

To install an off-street parking and loading area, but only if required per Article 23 or Article 20;

j.

To install landscaping, but only if required elsewhere in this Ordinance; or

k.

Any other action not listed herein but as required elsewhere in this Ordinance.

Applications for a zoning permit shall be filed in written form with the Planning and Zoning Officer, shall state the legal description of the property as of public record or the PIN or address as determined by the Planning and Zoning Officer, and the name of owner and applicant and shall describe the uses to be established or extended, and shall give any such other information as may be required for the enforcement of this Ordinance.

Each copy of the application shall be accompanied by a dimensioned drawing of the building plot showing the location of structures, lot areas to be used, parking areas, and other pertinent information. All applications for zoning permit and copies of permits issued shall be systematically kept for ready public reference by the Planning and Zoning Officer.

4.7.2 Issuance of building permit. The building officer shall not issue building permits for signs or structures unless they conform to an approved zoning permit and/or a special use permit has been issued, if applicable.

4.7.3 Issuance of certificate of occupancy. The building officer shall not issue a certificate of occupancy until all conditions of the zoning permit or special use permit are met, if applicable.