Chapter 16.32 — EXCEPTIONS

The advisory agency may authorize conditional exceptions to any of the requirements and regulations set forth in this title.

(Ord. 714 §1(part), 1975)

16.32.020 - Application and facts for exception.

A.

Application for any such exception shall be made by verified petition of the subdivider stating fully the grounds of the application and the facts relied upon by the petitioner. Such petition shall be filed with the tentative map.

B.

In order for the property referred to in the petition to come within the provisions of this title, the committee must find that all of the following facts apply with respect to the subject property:

1.

That there are special circumstances or conditions of topography, size, shape or location affecting the property;

2.

That the exception recommended is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right of the petitioner;

3.

That the granting of the exception will not adversely affect the general plan;

4.

That the granting of the exception will not be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to other property in the territory in which said property is situated.

(Ord. 714 §1(part), 1975)

In recommending authorization of any exceptions under this title, the committee shall prepare a report to the planning commission containing all facts and findings in connection therewith. The report shall set forth the exception as recommended and the conditions designated. Upon receipt of such report the planning commission may approve the tentative map with or without the exceptions and conditions recommended.

(Ord. 714 §1(part), 1975)

Chapter 16.36 - APPEALS

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