It
is a request for optional review of detailed development plans for future
use. In some occasions, a site development permit may be used to permit minor
adjustments to site development standards without approval of a discrepancy, or
uses which are temporary in nature.
A
Site Development Permit must be accepted by the Planning Commission at a public
hearing. In permitting a Site Development Permit, the Planning Commission must
find that the exact use or activity proposed is reliable with the applicable
land use regulations, or that variation from these standards are warranted
under given situations. Exact findings and issues of concern may vary based on
the type of project.
The
Process
In processing the permit you must first complete a
Planning Application and give all the required materials. In this process, you
will be obligated to provide a list and pre-addressed, postage paid envelopes
for all property owners within five hundred feet of your property. The
application package must consist of detailed site plan showing the location of
all uses. Additional exhibits and information as required, including but not
limited to: building elevations, landscaping and grading plans, approval forms
other interested parties. If changes in site development standards are
requested, these should be clearly outlined and discussed in your letter of
project justification.
Once you have submitted the application, a planner will be assigned for you. A planner will serve as project manager and will show
you and your project through the development process. The planner will now
evaluate your application and pass it to the other City department or outside
agencies which may have an interest in commenting on your proposal. The planner
will collect and organize these comments and respond to you in writing within
thirty (30) days, representing whether
or not your application is complete. A complete application must have a
complete information and consistency of the proposal with the applicable land
use regulations. But if your application is incomplete, your planner will let
you know exactly what additional information you need to submit for the
application to be complete.
