Sec. 30-31. - Purpose.

The purpose and intent is to keep an updated general plan to reflect the current desires and needs of the citizens for the long-term growth of the City.

Sec. 30-32. - Authority.

The City Council is authorized to approve or deny general plan amendment applications.

Sec. 30-33. - Pre-application meeting.

Prior to the filing of an application for a general plan amendment, the applicant or the applicant's representative shall apply for a pre-application review by City staff. Staff recommendations should be incorporated into the project prior to filing the formal application.

(Ord. No. 1906, § 13, 10-25-22)

Sec. 30-34. - Application.

Applications for general plan amendments shall be filed with the Planning Division upon such forms and accompanied by such data, information and fees as may be required by the Planning Division, to ensure a full presentation of the facts. No application shall be considered by an approval body until the application is determined to be complete and all required fees have been paid to the City.

(1)

A change to the general plan land use map may be initiated by the Director of Community Development, Planning Commission, City Council, or the owner or authorized agent of the owner of the property for which the application is being made.

(2)

An amendment to text of the general plan may be initiated by the Director of Community Development, Planning Commission, City Council, or any person directly affected by the provisions of this chapter. Additionally, staff shall provide the Planning Commission and City Council with an annual report outlining all revisions and changes to the general plan.

(3)

The Director of Community Development may request proof of authorization to file an application on behalf of another party.