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Title 17 — ZONING[1]›Chapter 17.136 — AMENDMENTS

§ 17.140

Dunsmuir Zoning Code · 2026-06 edition · updated 2026-07-25 · Dunsmuir

17.140.020 - Appeals of administrative action.

All interpretations and decisions of the city staff authorized by this title are subject to appeal. Appeals of any administrative interpretation or decision shall be made by filing a written appeal with the city clerk. Such appeal shall be accompanied by the applicable fee provided in the fee schedule currently in effect in the city. The planning commission shall hear and decide on the appeal within forty-five (45) days of filing the appeal and shall make findings supporting their decision on the matter.

(Ord. No. 575, § I(Exh. A), 6-29-2023)

17.140.030 - Appeals of planning commission action.

A.

In case the applicant or others affected are not satisfied with the action of the planning commission, they may within ten (10) calendar days after rendition of the commission's decision appeal in writing to the city council. All such appeals shall be filed with the city clerk and shall be accompanied by the applicable fee provided in the fee schedule currently in effect in the city.

B.

The city council will conduct the appeal as a de novo hearing and shall render its decision within forty-five (45) days after the conclusion of said hearing. The city council may reverse, set aside, affirm, amend, or modify the action of the planning commission, provided that the actions of the council are consistent with the general plan and are in compliance with city code. The council may also refer said matter back to the planning commission or staff for additional consideration or to obtain additional information.

C.

The decision of the city council shall be final on all matters.

D.

No building permit shall be issued in any case where a conditional use permit is required by the terms of this title until after the period allowed for appeal. In the event of an appeal no such permit shall be granted until the matter has been finally approved by the city council. Building permits issued pursuant to this chapter shall conform to the terms and conditions of the conditional use permit granted.

(Ord. No. 575, § I(Exh. A), 6-29-2023)

Chapter 17.144 - ENFORCEMENT AND PENALTIES

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Dunsmuir Zoning Code
  1. ▸ Title 17 — ZONING[1]
    Overview
    1. Chapter 17.04 — GENERAL PROVISIONS
    2. Chapter 17.92 — SPECIAL PROVISIONS
    3. ▸ Chapter 17.136 — AMENDMENTS
      Overview
      1. § 17.140
      2. § 17.144

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