Sec. 26-180. - Required findings.

(a)

Abatement and extension.

(1)

In establishing the amortization period for a nonconforming use, structure or parcel, the Planning Commission shall consider competent financial data such as the depreciation schedule attached to the owner's latest federal income tax return. Findings shall be made as to whether or not the balancing of the

public interest and the request by the owner for continuance, alteration, or expansion of the nonconformity requires a deviation from the City's development standards.

(2)

To grant an extension to the abatement period for a nonconformity, the Planning Commission shall find that an unreasonable hardship would otherwise be imposed on the property owner if such an extension were not granted.

(Ord. No. 2519, § 5(Exh. A), 2-20-24)