1. Processing and Timing: Two Different Types of Site Plans Exist.

a. Site Plans Related to Rezoning Applications.
A site plan is required for an Application for:

i. MF-16, Multiple-Family Dwelling District;
ii. MF-22, Multiple-Family Dwelling District;
iii. Specific Use Designation (SUDs);
iv. PD, Planned Development District.
 

b. Site Plans Related to Building Permit Applications.
No Building Permit shall be issued for any townhome, Manufactured Home Parks, multi-family, PD, Planned Development District, and nonresidential development unless a Site Plan is first approved by the City.

2. Effect.
No Certificate of Occupancy and Compliance shall be issued unless all construction and development conform to the Site Plan as approved by the City.

C. Approval and Process.

1. Site Plans Related to Rezoning Applications.
The approval of a Site Plan related to a rezoning Application requires the following:

a. Review by the Planning Division Manager and Building Official,
b. A recommended action by Planning and Zoning Commission for the Council's consideration, and
c. Approval by the City Council.

2. Site Plans Related to Building Permit Applications.
The approval of a Site Plan related to a Building Permit or construction/development Application for townhome, multi-family, and nonresidential development requires the following:

a. Review by the Planning Division Manager and Building Official, and
b. Approval by the Planning Division Manager and Building Official.

D. Site Plan Exempted Development.
The following types of development are exempted from the requirements of this section:

1. Agricultural buildings; and
2. A Temporary Building for New Construction as permitted by the Use Chart.

E. Submission of Site Plan Applications.

1. Coordinating Official.
Applications for approval of plans required by this section must be submitted to the:

a. The Planning Division Manager for Site Plans Related to Rezoning Applications or,
b. The Building Official for Site Plans Related to Building Permit Applications.

2. Calendar of Official Processing Dates.
A calendar of official processing dates for items requiring City review, Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation, and City Council approval pursuant to this section shall be created by the City each calendar year.

3. Other Regulations for Applications.
Applications are also governed by Article VIII Zoning Application Submittal and Processing Procedures.

F. Fees and Forms. See § 11-1-9.05F for detailed information.

G. Site Plan.

1. Site Plan Application Procedure and Requirements.

a. Site Plan Pre-Application Meeting.

i. Before preparing a Site Plan, the Applicant may meet with the Planning Division Manager or Building Official to allow the Applicant to learn the general procedures for approval and to review the concept of the proposed development, if desired by Applicant.

ii. No Application for a permit may be submitted to or accepted for filing during the meeting.

b. Site Plan General Application.
The property owner or authorized agent shall file an Application for the approval of a Site Plan. This Application shall include the information listed on the Site Plan Application Form, which shall be created and maintained by the Planning Division Manager.

c. Site Plan Additional Information. See § 11-1-9.05G.1.c for details.
d. Site Plan Standards of Approval.

i. Site Plan Approval

(a) The City Council and Planning Division Manager shall use the review and approval process outlined in Section 11-1-9.05.C.1 (rezoning applications) and may approve, conditionally approve, table or deny a Site Plan based upon the criteria listed below.

 

(b) The Planning Division Manager and Building Official shall use the review and approval process outlined in Section 11-1-9.05.C.2 (building permit applications) and shall approve, conditionally approve, or deny a Site Plan based upon the criteria listed below.

ii. Approval Criteria.

(a) Compliance with the Zoning Ordinance regulations and other applicable regulations and previously approved, valid plans for the property.

(b) The City shall not take action on a Site Plan for property where City taxes are delinquent.

e. Site Plan Effect.

i. Approval of a Site Plan in association with a rezoning application is the City's authorization to apply for or for the issuance of Building Permits, depending on the specific case.

ii. During the time the Site Plan remains valid, the City shall not apply any additional requirements concerning building placement, streets, drives, parking, landscaping or screening.

iii. Except where authorized by ordinance, a Site Plan may not be used to approve a variance to development regulations.

iv. Where an approved plan conflicts with an adopted regulation and no zoning variance or zoning special exception is expressly approved, the regulation shall apply.

f. Site Plan Lapse. See § 11-1-9.05G.1.f for detailed information.

H. Revocation of Site Plan Approval.
The City Council may revoke approval of a Site Plan if it determines that the conditions of the approval have not been met or if the plan contains, or is based upon, incorrect information or if it is determined that it was obtained using fraud or deceit.

I. Compliance with other City Regulations Required.
Compliance with the following design standards and specifications, as may be amended, is required in addition to the design standards and specification set forth in this Zoning Ordinance:

1. Subdivision Regulations;
2. Fire Code;
3. Engineering Standards;
4. Building Code; and
5. Any additional design standards and specifications approved by the City Council.