§ 410-121
Procedure
- A. Other than for proposals originated by the City Council, the Director shall be the officer to receive a proposal for adoption, amendment or repeal of a zoning ordinance or Zoning Map(s). Immediately upon receipt of such proposal, the Director shall refer such proposal to the City Council and the City Planning Commission for study and recommendation, unless the proposal originates from the City Planning Commission, in which case the proposal need not be referred to it. If the proposal originates with the City Council, the City Council shall refer such proposal to the Director and the City Planning Commission.
[Amended 12-20-2023 by Ch. No. 3287]
- B. The City Planning Commission shall, in turn, notify and seek the advice of the Department of Planning and Redevelopment and report to the City Council within 45 days after receipt of the proposal, giving its findings and recommendations. The requirements for study may be waived if the proposal was proposed by the City Planning Commission and completed prior to submission to the Director.
[Amended 12-20-2023 by Ch. No. 3287]
- C. The City Council shall hold a public hearing within 65 days of receipt of proposal, giving proper notice as prescribed in § 410-123 of this chapter. The City Council shall render a decision on any such proposal within 45 days after the date of completion of the public hearing.
- D. The provisions of this section pertaining to deadlines shall not be construed to apply to any extension consented to by the applicant.