Chapter 17.92 — ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITY

This chapter describes the authority and responsibilities of Town staff and official bodies in the administration of this chapter, in addition to the Council.

(Code 1990, § 17.96.010; Ord. No. 14-02, § 4, 3-19-2014)

The functions of a planning agency shall be performed by the Town Council, Planning and Economic Development Commission, director, and Community and Economic Development Department in compliance with Government Code § 65100 and this Code.

(Code 1990, § 17.96.020; Ord. No. 14-02, § 4, 3-19-2014)

(a)

Appointment and meetings. Appointments to the Commission and the scheduling and conduct of Commission meetings shall be in compliance with Chapter 2.32.

(b)

Duties and authority. The Commission shall:

(1)

Conduct public hearings and approve or deny applications for use permits, tentative maps, and variances; and make recommendations to the Council on development agreements, chapter and Zoning Map amendments, general plan amendments, specific plans, environmental documents, and other applicable policy or ordinance matters related to the Town's planning process; and

(2)

Perform any other responsibilities assigned by the Council.

(Code 1990, § 17.96.030; Ord. No. 14-02, § 4, 3-19-2014)

(a)

Appointment. The Director shall be appointed by the Town Manager.

(b)

Duties and authority. The Director shall:

(1)

Head and manage the functions of the Community and Economic Development Department;

(2)

Have the responsibility and authority to approve or deny applications for chapter interpretations, lot line adjustments, sign permits, design review, administrative permits; and

(3)

Perform any other responsibilities assigned by the Town Manager or Council. The responsibilities of the Director may also be carried out by the Department staff under the supervision of the Director.

(Code 1990, § 17.96.040; Ord. No. 14-02, § 4, 3-19-2014)