Humboldt County Municipal Code § 7.1 Initial Study Conference

permit. An initial study conference is optional in processing an application for all other permits that are subject to environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). (Former Section CZ#A315-7; Amended by Ord. 2214, 6/6/00)

The initial study conference is designed to inform an applicant of the applicable Humboldt County

regulations, to inform the County of the applicant’s intentions, and to provide an opportunity to identify the issues associated with a proposed development before the applicant commits resources. (Former Section CZ#A315-7(A))

Upon submittal of a planned unit development permit application, or any other permit application

subject to environmental review, the Department shall schedule an initial study conference. The initial study conference shall be held prior to conducting the project review of the application. (See, Section 312-6, Processing Applications for Permits and Variances, and subsection 312-6.2, Project Review.) (Former Section CZ#A315-7(B); Amended by Ord. 2214, 6/6/00)

At the initial study conference, the applicant or authorized agent

shall present the project and receive comments from staff attending the conference. Representatives of the Department shall attend and, as deemed desirable and necessary, representatives from other County or other public departments, agencies, boards, or panels may be invited to attend the conference. (Former Section CZ#A315-7(C))

The Department may schedule an informational

presentation of the proposed development to the Planning Commission. The presentation shall be made by the applicant or authorized agent. No formal action shall be taken by the Planning Commission, but members of the Commission may comment on the project. (Former Section CZ#A315-7(D))