Can I do it?Ī property may be developed (or redeveloped) according to zoning ordinance regulations, which govern issues such as land use, property area, height, square footage, building setbacks, and parking, and other regulations.

Planning Commission Hearing Schedule and Filing Deadlines.

Contact the Permit Center to determine the permits you will need.

In addition, if there is a sprinkler system in the building, a fire protection system permit may be required. A variety of permits exist for the different types of work including construction, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and sign permits. Generally, it takes up to two or three months to review and process an SUP application to the public hearings.īefore any construction or utility work can be done at your new business location, you must obtain the necessary permits for the work. The City Council makes the final decision. Applications are heard at two public hearings: one before the Planning Commission, which makes a recommendation of denial or approval to the City Council, followed by one before the City Council. Instructions can be found under Applications on this page. Applicants must also provide written notice to nearby property owners. If your business does require an SUP, an application checklist with the application must be completed detailing how the business will operate. You may also call Planning and Zoning staff for assistance in determining if an SUP is required.

To view the permitted uses (with or without an SUP) go to the Zoning Ordinance. To view the zoning, go to the GIS Parcel Viewer. The zoning of the subject property determines uses that are permitted with an SUP. The process is designed to ensure that potentially affected neighbors are informed of and provided an opportunity to comment on the proposed business. Typically, an SUP is required for businesses such as restaurants, beauty salons, fitness studios, auto repair, child care centers, dry cleaners, or other businesses that need special review because they have the potential to create noise, odors, fumes, pollution or significant parking impacts.

Uses listed in the Zoning Ordinance as Special Uses require either an administrative or public hearing Special Use Permit (SUP) before they can be established.

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