4.5.1 Purpose. This interpretation authority is not intended to add or change the essential content of this Ordinance. The interpretation authority is intended to recognize that the provisions of this Ordinance, though detailed and extensive, cannot, as a practical matter, address every specific zoning issue.

4.5.2 Initiation. Applications for zoning interpretations may be filed by an owner of any property in the County. In addition, the County Board may request that the Planning and Zoning Officer render an interpretation. All applications for interpretations shall be filed with the Planning and Zoning Officer in accordance with the requirements in Section 3.1. Requests initiated by the County require an application.

4.5.3 Authority and Execution. The Planning and Zoning Officer shall review and make final decisions on written requests for interpretations.

4.5.4 Procedure. The Planning and Zoning Officer shall review a written request for an interpretation and render the interpretation in writing within a reasonable time. The Planning and Zoning Officer shall have the ability to request additional information prior to rendering an interpretation.

4.5.5 Appeals. An applicant may appeal the Planning and Zoning Officer's decision to the Zoning Board of Appeals within thirty (30) days of the decision.

4.5.6 Fees. The application for an interpretation shall be accompanied by a fee, in accordance with the fee schedule adopted by the County Board, to cover the cost of processing the application.