Chapter 21.94 — ZONING ORDINANCE INTERPRETATION (EXCLUDES USE INTERPRETATIONS)

The zoning ordinance interpretation process establishes a means to clarify any ambiguity in the regulations of this title, and to ensure consistent interpretation and application of this title. With the exception of interpretation of use provisions, the community development director has the authority to interpret the zoning ordinance. Authority and procedures for the interpretation of use provisions are contained in Chapter 21.106.

(Ord. 612 Exhibit A (part), 2008).

An administrative zoning ordinance interpretation can be requested or applied to the following provisions:

• (1) Development standards applicable to a particular zoning district or use.

(2) Zoning boundaries.

• (Ord. 612 Exhibit A (part), 2008).

An administrative zoning ordinance interpretation shall be determined after the community development director reviews the pertinent facts and establishes the intent of the particular provision. The determination shall comply with applicable rules of interpretation listed in Section 21.12.030.

(Ord. 612 Exhibit A (part), 2008).

Once the community development director has identified the ambiguity and considered relevant information, an official interpretation shall be established in writing and shall cite the provisions being interpreted, together with an explanation of the meaning or applicability of the provision(s) in the particular or general circumstances that caused the need for interpretation. All recorded interpretations shall be provided to the city's planning agencies and applicable city departments within thirty days of the determination.

(Ord. 612 Exhibit A (part), 2008).