Chapter 17.08 — ZONING CLEARANCE

Sections:

• 17.08.010 Purpose and Applicability.

• 17.08.020 Approval Authority.

• 17.08.030 Process.

The purpose of the zoning clearance is to ensure that permits for new and modified uses and structures comply with this title, using staff-level plan check procedures. Zoning clearance is required for all structures that require a building permit. It is also required for all business licenses. (Ord. 582 § 1 (Exh. A), 2009)

The Atherton Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 677, passed February 18, 2026.

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The designated approval authority for zoning clearance is the town planner. The town planner approves, conditionally approves, or denies the zoning clearance in accordance with the requirements of this title. (Ord. 582 § 1 (Exh. A), 2009)

A. No application form is necessary for zoning clearance. This process will be conducted by the town planner as part of the building permit application review. Building permits shall not be issued without approval of zoning clearance.

B. Zoning clearance shall be granted only when the town planner finds the proposal to be in conformance with all applicable provisions of this title. The town planner may require the applicant to modify plans in whole or in part, or may apply conditions of approval to ensure compliance with town standards. (Ord. 582 § 1 (Exh. A), 2009)