Division 13 — BUILDING RELOCATION PERMIT

A.

The building relocation procedure is provided to ensure that buildings can be moved from one location to another without adversely impacting their structural integrity, and to ensure that such buildings are compatible with existing and future development in the area to which they are relocated.

B.

A building relocation permit shall be required to move any building or structure, whether transported as a unit or in sections, from one lot to another or for a distance of twenty feet or more within a single lot.

(Ord. 544 § 1(part), 2000).

A.

An application for a building relocation permit may be initiated by any person who is able to demonstrate a legal vested interest in the proposed application. The authorized agent of any person with a legal vested interest may also initiate an application. The community development director may request proof of ownership or authorization to apply prior to the acceptance of any application.

B.

An application shall be filed pursuant to the provisions of Division 2 (Applications, Processing, Filings, and Fees) of this Chapter 19.39.

(Ord. 544 § 1(part), 2000).

A.

Upon acceptance of a building relocation permit application as complete, the community development director or his designee shall review the application for conformance with the provisions of this Title 19. No public hearing shall be required. Based on this review, the director shall act to approve, conditionally approve, or deny the application.

B.

The decision of the community development director shall become effective immediately upon its rendering, unless an appeal is filed pursuant to the provisions of Division 4 (Appeals and Revocations) of this Chapter 19.39.

(Ord. 544 § 1(part), 2000).

In acting to approve or conditionally approve a building relocation permit, the community development director shall make the following findings.

A.

That the structure is compatible with the type and quality of structures existing or expected to develop within seven hundred feet of the building relocation site; and

B.

That the relocation will not conflict with any standard of this Title 19; and

C.

That the structure to be relocated is free of pest infestation, with certification provided from a qualified pest extermination company; and

D.

That the proposed relocation will not be detrimental to the environment, properties, or residents of the area; and

E.

That the relocation will not adversely affect proposed streets or improvements in the area, nor be in conflict with the city's general plan; and

F.

That the relocation will not result in a violation of any law, ordinance, or regulation.

(Ord. 544 § 1(part), 2000).

A.

The grantee of a building relocation permit shall have six months from the effective date of the approval to establish a right to use the approval; otherwise, the approval shall lapse and shall become void.

B.

A building relocation permit subject to lapse may be renewed up to a three-month period, provided that the application for renewal is filed with the community development department prior to the expiration date.

(Ord. 544 § 1(part), 2000).