Humboldt County Municipal Code § 2.3 Filing and Processing Applications for a Zoning Clearance Certificate

Any individual may apply for a zoning clearance certificate in conjunction with or prior to

application for a building permit for a proposed development. (Former Section CZ#A315-2(C)(1); Ord. 1705, 9/10/ 85)

The Planning and Building Department shall provide standard forms on which

applications for zoning clearance certificates can be filed. (Former Section CZ#A315-2(C)(2); Ord. 1705, 9/10/85; Amended by Ord. 2214, 6/6/00)

Applications for a zoning clearance certificate shall be filed with the Planning Division

of the Planning and Building Department on the forms provided. At the time the application is filed, the applicant shall submit the required filing fees prescribed by the Board of Supervisors. All other plans, specifications and information that may be required by the Department to demonstrate compliance with the zoning regulations shall be filed with the application. (Former Section CZ#A315-2(C)(3); Ord. 1705, 9/10/85; Amended by Ord. 2214, 6/6/00)

Within five (5) working days of accepting an application, the Planning Division

shall review the proposed development for conformance with the Humboldt County General Plan, in particular the Open Space Plan and Open Space Action Program, and the Humboldt County Zoning Regulations; and, if applicable, the terms and conditions of any previously approved development permit, variance, or subdivision. (Former Section CZ#A315-2(C)(4); Ord. 1705, 9/10/85; Amended by Ord. 2214, 6/6/00)