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Buena Park — Design Review

Design Review under the Buena Park local zoning and planning code, with the controlling citations.

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In Buena Park, a new non-single-family building exceeding 500 sq ft, most substantial exterior alterations, new parking, and fences over 7 ft require site plan review, including architectural-harmony and circulation findings (§ 19.128.040). The City generally must act within 40 days, appeals are due within 10 working days, and approval expires after 1 year if development has not commenced.

Last reviewed: September 24, 2026 · AI-generated analysis · General information, not legal advice · details

Compiled from Buena Park's adopted code with AI research tools and grounded in the sources cited below. Verify with Buena Park planning staff before relying on it.

Overview

Buena Park’s Zoning Code, Title 19, does not establish one universal permit formally called “design review.” Instead, architectural and site design are evaluated through site plan review, interdepartmental review, zoning compliance review, and—in the CR district—conditional use permit and master-plan procedures. The appropriate track depends on the project type, size, district, and requested deviations under Buena Park zoning. § 19.128.040, § 19.128.090, § 19.128.100, § 19.556.030, and § 19.556.040.

A covered project may not begin—and the City may not issue its permit—until the required site plan or interdepartmental approval has been obtained. § 19.128.040(A)(1); § 19.128.100(B)(1).

These reviews address zoning-level matters such as building appearance, site arrangement, circulation, compatibility, screening, and development standards. They do not replace review under the California Building Standards Code.

How Buena Park Conducts Design Review

Site plan review

A site plan review is required before development begins or a City permit is issued for:

Project or improvement Review rule Code Reference
New non-single-family building exceeding 500 sq ft Site plan review required § 19.128.040(A)(1)(a)
Exterior building alteration not eligible for interdepartmental review Site plan review required § 19.128.040(A)(1)(b)
New or additional parking facilities Site plan review required § 19.128.040(A)(1)(c)
Fence exceeding 7 ft in height Site plan review required § 19.128.040(A)(1)(d)
Exposed neon or unshaded-bulb architectural lighting in CO, CS, CG, or a specific-plan area Site plan review required § 19.128.040(A)(1)(e)
Solar equipment No site plan review under this provision § 19.128.040(A)(2)(a)
Development in AR No site plan review § 19.128.040(A)(2)(b)
Accessory dwelling units No site plan review § 19.128.040(A)(2)(c)

Exemption from site plan review does not necessarily establish exemption from every other Title 19 review. Solar equipment, for example, is expressly subject to zoning compliance review before permit issuance even though it is exempt from site plan review. § 19.128.090(A)–(B).

Interdepartmental review

Interdepartmental review is the comparatively limited administrative path for projects that comply with Title 19 without an adjustment or deviation and meet General Plan goals and policies. It is not a mechanism for waiving unmet standards. § 19.128.100(A).

The covered work includes:

  • Unenclosed accessory structures in commercial or industrial zones, including covered parking and loading docks, when required parking is preserved and the structure is behind the primary building and not visible from a public street. § 19.128.100(B)(1)(a).
  • Minor exterior alterations when new or added floor area is less than 500 sq ft, including new storefront window systems, new or removed windows or awnings, or changes to more than 25% of exterior materials. § 19.128.100(B)(1)(b).
  • Minor parking-facility revisions that do not reduce the number of spaces, including relocated spaces or landscaped areas, restriping, and required trash enclosures. § 19.128.100(B)(1)(c).
  • Certain street-yard fences and security gates for multifamily developments in RM-10, RM-20, or other RM zones. § 19.128.100(B)(1)(d)–(e).
  • Certain waivers of underground utilities for a new single-family home in an RS zone. § 19.128.100(B)(1)(f).
  • Screened incidental equipment, tanks, or silos at an operating commercial or industrial business. § 19.128.100(B)(1)(h).
  • Carport-to-garage conversions in RM-10 and RM-20 that preserve required parking. § 19.128.100(B)(1)(i).
  • Certain chain-link fencing and façade- or roof-mounted wireless facilities. § 19.128.100(B)(1)(j)–(k).
  • Approval for residential or mixed-use development in specified Housing Incentive overlay districts, subject to the additional overlay provisions discussed below. § 19.128.100(B)(1)(l).

Changes to building entrances or exits and changes affecting less than 25% of exterior materials are processed ministerially rather than through interdepartmental review. § 19.128.100(B)(1)(b)(ii).

Zoning compliance review

Before issuance of a building permit, sign permit, exterior-mechanical-equipment permit, or another permit expressly subject to the procedure, plans must be submitted to the Director for confirmation of compliance with Title 19 and standards adopted under it. Approval is documented by an endorsement on the applicable plan or permit materials. § 19.128.090(A), (C).

Alterations to single-family dwellings—including manufactured dwellings on foundations—are reviewed for architectural compatibility with nearby structures. The Director considers such features as roof overhang, roof materials, and siding materials. § 19.128.090(B).

Choosing the applicable track

Circumstance Primary review track Decision point
Minor qualifying exterior work under 500 sq ft Interdepartmental review Director; conditions may be imposed
Entrance/exit modification or change to less than 25% of exterior materials Ministerial processing Compliance rather than discretionary design approval
Larger or otherwise nonqualifying exterior alteration Site plan review Zoning Administrator or Planning Commission
Single-family alteration Zoning compliance review Architectural compatibility with immediate area
CR master plan, incentive, or special-provision project Conditional use permit Review under § 19.128.020
Other CR project without a master plan Applicable Title 19 process Must still show compatibility with surrounding structures and site improvements

Code references: § 19.128.040(A), § 19.128.090, § 19.128.100(B), and § 19.556.040.

Design Findings and Decision Standards

Site plan review and interdepartmental review use substantially parallel findings. The reviewing authority evaluates whether:

  • The proposal satisfies Title 19 and other applicable laws. § 19.128.040(B)(1); § 19.128.100(E)(1).
  • The site arrangement and improvements preserve the existing and intended character identified by the General Plan, applicable specific plans, and Title 19. § 19.128.040(B)(2); § 19.128.100(E)(2).
  • Nearby structures and activities are adequately protected from noise, vibration, and other adverse environmental effects. § 19.128.040(B)(3); § 19.128.100(E)(3).
  • Exterior architecture is in reasonable harmony with the area’s architectural character. § 19.128.040(B)(4); § 19.128.100(E)(4).
  • Pedestrian and vehicle circulation minimizes congestion and protects safety. § 19.128.040(B)(5); § 19.128.100(E)(5).

These are contextual findings rather than a prescribed architectural style. Outside the specifically documented CR provisions, the source materials do not establish a universal palette of required colors, materials, roof forms, or architectural styles.

Decision Makers, Timing, and Appeals

The Zoning Administrator handles a site plan review when it accompanies another matter within that official’s jurisdiction, concerns a multifamily development of fewer than 5 units, or involves a floor-area change of 40% or less for each affected building. The Zoning Administrator follows the zoning-adjustment procedure identified in § 19.128.080. § 19.128.040(A)(3)–(4).

Other site plan reviews go to the Planning Commission. When site plan review accompanies a conditional use permit, variance, relocation permit, or similar proceeding, no separate site plan application, fee, or proceeding is required; the site plan findings are incorporated into the related case. § 19.128.040(A)(5).

The deciding body must act within 40 days after accepting the application unless the applicant agrees to an extension. Approval may be granted outright, granted with public-health, safety, and welfare conditions, or denied for failure to satisfy Title 19. § 19.128.040(C)(1)–(2).

A site plan decision may be appealed in writing to the City Clerk within 10 working days. Approval becomes effective only after the applicant accepts its terms in writing and the appeal period has expired. § 19.128.040(C)(3)–(4).

For interdepartmental review:

  • Only the property owner or an authorized agent may initiate the application. § 19.128.100(C).
  • Required materials must be submitted to the Director at least 10 working days before the anticipated activation of the requested use. § 19.128.100(D).
  • The Director may circulate the application to affected City departments for written recommendations. § 19.128.100(F).
  • The Director may approve, conditionally approve, or disapprove the application. § 19.128.100(G)(1).
  • An appeal must be filed with the Secretary of the Planning Commission within 10 working days after the Director’s action. § 19.128.100(G)(2).
  • Approval begins when the applicant files written acceptance of its terms. § 19.128.100(G)(3).

Approval Life and Plan Revisions

A site plan approval expires if development has not commenced within 1 year after approval. A timely extension request may be filed by the owner or authorized agent; the first extension may be handled by the Director through interdepartmental review. Later extensions may be granted for periods of up to 1 year upon findings of undue hardship and no material detriment to public health, safety, or welfare. § 19.128.040(G)(1), (H).

After approval becomes effective, the Director may approve a minor condition modification in writing when it improves practicality or design and remains consistent with the approved site plan. The owner or authorized agent must apply, the original site plan criteria continue to apply, and the modification is ineffective until accepted in writing. § 19.128.040(F).

The endorsed plan and any supplemental written or graphic documents define what was approved. Applicants should therefore treat approved elevations, materials, site circulation, and screening details as controlling project documents. § 19.128.040(E).

District-by-District Application

AR

Design-review effect: Development in the AR zone is expressly exempt from site plan review. § 19.128.040(A)(2)(b).

Purpose, typical permitted uses, dimensional standards, and mapped locations: Not found in source materials. The exemption should not be read as a determination that no other Title 19 approval applies; verify the parcel and proposed work with the jurisdiction.

CO

Design-review effect: Exterior exposed neon or unshaded-bulb architectural lighting in CO requires site plan review. § 19.128.040(A)(1)(e).

Purpose, typical permitted uses, base height, setbacks, FAR, and mapped locations: Not found in source materials. Verify with the jurisdiction.

CS

Design-review effect: Exterior exposed neon or unshaded-bulb architectural lighting in CS requires site plan review. § 19.128.040(A)(1)(e).

Purpose, typical permitted uses, base height, setbacks, FAR, and mapped locations: Not found in source materials. Verify with the jurisdiction.

CG

Design-review effect: Exterior exposed neon or unshaded-bulb architectural lighting in CG requires site plan review. § 19.128.040(A)(1)(e).

Purpose, typical permitted uses, base height, setbacks, FAR, and mapped locations: Not found in source materials. Verify with the jurisdiction.

CR

The CR provisions contemplate a coordinated regional retail and entertainment center rather than disconnected strip-commercial development. Project types discussed by the ordinance include shopping malls, shopping centers, restaurants, entertainment promenades, major theater complexes, and anchor tenants; the cited provisions do not independently establish which uses are permitted by right. § 19.556.020(A)–(C); § 19.556.050(M)(1).

Where it applies: The master-plan provisions divide CR-zoned property into Master Plan Area North, north of La Palma Avenue, and Master Plan Area South, south of La Palma Avenue. Exact parcel boundaries are not found in source materials. § 19.556.030(C).

Key design and dimensional standards include:

  • Maximum floor area ratio of 0.7:1.0, based on usable floor area at grade. § 19.556.050(B).
  • Coordinated massing, scale, colors, textures, materials, and forms. § 19.556.050(D).
  • Landscaped pedestrian walkways with enhanced paving throughout the development and adjoining public right-of-way areas. § 19.556.050(C).
  • Open spaces, landscape, and hardscape designed in harmony with the architecture. § 19.556.050(G).
  • At least 1 interior tree per 15 parking spaces in surface parking areas, in addition to the generally applicable landscaping and screening provisions. § 19.556.050(I).
  • Loading, unloading, refuse, and exterior utility equipment screened from public view to the extent required by the ordinance. § 19.556.050(K)–(L).
  • A comprehensive sign program approved by the Planning Commission before signs are permitted in a regional retail center. § 19.556.050(M)(2).

A master plan generally accompanies proposed development in the CR area and must coordinate architecture, site planning, landscape, hardscape, signs, maintenance, parking, shared access, and pedestrian and vehicle circulation. The Director may except qualifying alterations that do not change floor area, require additional parking, substantially affect adjacent property, or substantially alter circulation. § 19.556.030(A)–(D).

Projects requiring a master plan or using the special incentives proceed through the conditional use permit process. Modifications to public exterior mall entrances or exits—and a new use of such a building after the former use has been discontinued for more than 4 months—also require a conditional use permit. § 19.556.040(A), (C)–(D).

The ordinance permits consideration of deviations from otherwise applicable building-height, street-setback, public-street-yard, and fence-height rules to produce architectural features or site amenities. These are discretionary incentives, not automatic entitlements; an outdoor-dining fence exceeding the ordinary limit requires Planning Commission site plan review. § 19.556.050(E)–(H).

RM-10

Design-review effect: A fence in a required street-abutting yard for a multifamily development in RM-10 undergoes interdepartmental review under the City’s Architectural Design Guidelines and applicable fence standards. A security gate may also use this procedure if required parking is preserved. § 19.128.100(B)(1)(d)–(e).

A carport-to-garage conversion in RM-10 may undergo interdepartmental review if it preserves required parking and conforms to applicable vehicular provisions and the Architectural Design Guidelines. § 19.128.100(B)(1)(i).

Purpose, typical permitted uses, density, height, setbacks, lot coverage, and mapped locations: Not found in source materials. The materials identify multifamily development as a relevant use but do not supply the complete use table.

RM-20

The design-review rules for RM-20 mirror those documented for RM-10: street-yard multifamily fences, qualifying security gates, and qualifying carport-to-garage conversions may be processed through interdepartmental review, with required parking preserved. § 19.128.100(B)(1)(d)–(e), (i).

Purpose, typical permitted uses, density, height, setbacks, lot coverage, and mapped locations: Not found in source materials. Verify with the jurisdiction.

RS zones

For a new single-family home in an RS zone, the Director may consider an underground-utility waiver through interdepartmental review only when most developed lots within 500 ft lack underground facilities and easements cannot feasibly be obtained. § 19.128.100(B)(1)(f).

Alterations to single-family dwellings are otherwise reviewed for architectural compatibility through zoning compliance review. § 19.128.090(B).

Individual RS designations, purposes, permitted uses, dimensional standards, and mapped locations: Not found in source materials.

PD

In the PD zone, permitted uses and development intensity are determined at a public hearing, subject to the General Plan for the individually designated Planned Development area. § 19.312.010(1).

The source materials do not establish a single districtwide list of uses, dimensions, design standards, or a separate PD architectural-review procedure. Review the controlling approval for the specific PD area and verify with the jurisdiction.

MUO-45

Projects in MUO-45 are directed to the streamlined ministerial procedures in Ordinance No. 1733. The Title 19 source identifies this as a Housing Incentive Overlay designation but does not reproduce the applicable use, density, height, setback, or design tables. § 19.128.110(A).

Purpose and typical uses: Residential or mixed-use development is referenced generally, but a complete permitted-use list is not found in source materials. § 19.128.100(B)(1)(l).

MUO-60

Projects in MUO-60 are directed to § 1.6.1 of Ordinance No. 1733 for streamlined ministerial review. The district’s precise purpose, permitted uses, dimensional standards, and mapped boundaries are not found in source materials. § 19.128.110(A).

MUO-100

Projects in MUO-100 are directed to § 1.6.1 of Ordinance No. 1733 for streamlined ministerial review. The complete use table, height, setbacks, density, FAR, and mapped boundaries are not found in source materials. § 19.128.110(A).

HOO

The HOO, identified as the Housing Opportunity Overlay, is among the Housing Incentive Overlays directed to § 1.6.1 of Ordinance No. 1733 for streamlined ministerial review. § 19.128.100(B)(1)(l); § 19.128.110(A).

The source materials do not establish its complete permitted uses, dimensional standards, or mapped locations. Verify the applicable overlay standards and whether the proposal qualifies for ministerial treatment.

RCFO

The RCFO is associated with the Religious/Congregational/Fraternal Overlay and is directed to § 1.6.1 of Ordinance No. 1733 for streamlined ministerial review. § 19.128.100(B)(1)(l); § 19.128.110(A).

The overlay’s complete use, density, height, setback, and design requirements are not found in source materials.

HMCO

Projects in HMCO are directed to § 5.4 of Ordinance No. 1733 rather than the general site plan procedures alone. § 19.128.110(B).

The meaning of the acronym, district purpose, typical permitted uses, dimensional standards, and mapped locations are not found in source materials. Verify with the jurisdiction.

Information Gaps

The source materials do not provide:

  • Complete permitted-use and dimensional-standard tables for AR, CO, CS, CG, RM-10, RM-20, the RS family, PD, or the Housing Incentive Overlays.
  • The zoning map or exact geographic boundaries for most districts and overlays.
  • Ordinance No. 1733’s substantive standards for MUO-45, MUO-60, MUO-100, HOO, RCFO, and HMCO.
  • The City’s current Architectural Design Guidelines.
  • Current application forms, filing fees, submittal checklists, or adopted processing calendars.
  • A universal definition of “minor” site plan modification or the precise point at which work is considered “commenced” for the 1-year expiration rule.

For those matters, verify with the jurisdiction before designing or filing a project.

Checklist

  • Confirm the parcel’s base district, specific-plan status, and every applicable overlay.
  • Determine whether the proposal is a new non-single-family building exceeding 500 sq ft, a qualifying exterior alteration, new parking, a fence exceeding 7 ft, or regulated architectural lighting. § 19.128.040(A)(1).
  • For minor exterior work, calculate added floor area and the percentage of exterior materials affected to distinguish ministerial processing from interdepartmental or site plan review. § 19.128.100(B)(1)(b).
  • For single-family alterations, show compatibility of roof overhang, roofing, siding, and other visible features with structures in the immediate area. § 19.128.090(B).
  • Demonstrate compliance with all applicable Title 19 standards rather than relying on design review to authorize a deviation. § 19.128.100(A), (E)(1).
  • Provide elevations, materials, colors, site layout, circulation, screening, and other information needed to make the architectural-harmony and neighborhood-character findings. § 19.128.040(B).
  • Preserve required parking where the selected administrative review path makes that a condition. § 19.128.100(B)(1)(a), (c), (e), (h)–(i).
  • If the site is CR, determine whether a master plan, conditional use permit, comprehensive sign program, or incentive request is required. § 19.556.030; § 19.556.040; § 19.556.050(M).
  • If using interdepartmental review, file at least 10 working days before anticipated activation of the use. § 19.128.100(D).
  • Obtain and preserve the endorsed approved plans and written conditions. § 19.128.040(E).
  • Calendar the 10-working-day appeal period and submit written acceptance before treating an approval as effective. § 19.128.040(C)(3)–(4); § 19.128.100(G)(2)–(3).
  • Commence the approved site plan within 1 year, or submit an extension request before expiration. § 19.128.040(G)–(H).

Risks & Ambiguities

Issue Why it matters What to verify
No single permit named “design review” Architectural review may occur through several procedures with different decision makers and appeal rules Confirm whether the City classifies the proposal as site plan, interdepartmental, zoning compliance, CUP, or ministerial review
500 sq ft thresholds The site plan trigger applies to a new non-single-family building exceeding 500 sq ft, while minor alteration eligibility concerns added floor area of less than 500 sq ft Confirm treatment of exactly 500 sq ft and how cumulative additions are measured
Exterior-material percentage More than 25% can trigger interdepartmental review, while less than 25% is ministerial Confirm how each façade and total exterior surface are measured
CR deviations Height, setback, yard, parking, and fence flexibility is discretionary Identify the required amenity, CUP finding, study, or Planning Commission approval
Housing Incentive Overlays Title 19 redirects applicants to Ordinance No. 1733, whose standards are not reproduced here Confirm the applicable section, qualifying project type, and objective design standards
Site plan expiration Approval expires after 1 year without commencement Confirm what physical work legally constitutes commencement
Minor approved-plan revisions The Director may approve only changes consistent with the approved site plan Confirm whether a change is minor before revising architecture, circulation, materials, or screening
District standards absent from the source materials Design compatibility does not replace underlying use, height, density, setback, or parking compliance Obtain the current district table and zoning-map confirmation

Plain-English Summary

In Buena Park, “design review” usually means the City will examine architecture, site layout, circulation, screening, and neighborhood compatibility through the procedure assigned to the project. Small façade changes may be ministerial or interdepartmental, larger projects generally require site plan review, and CR regional-center projects can require a master plan and conditional use permit. § 19.128.040, § 19.128.090, § 19.128.100, and § 19.556.030–§ 19.556.050.

Source References

  • § 19.128.040 — Site Plan Review; triggers, findings, decisions, appeals, revisions, expiration, and extensions — Buena Park Code.
  • § 19.128.090 — Zoning Compliance Review and single-family architectural compatibility — Buena Park Code.
  • § 19.128.100 — Interdepartmental Review; eligible projects, findings, filing, decision, and appeal — Buena Park Code.
  • § 19.128.110 — Streamlined Ministerial Review for Housing Incentive Overlays — Buena Park Code.
  • § 19.312.010 — Individually determined uses and intensity in the PD zone — Buena Park Code.
  • § 19.556.020 — Area development and coordinated-design policies for the CR area — Buena Park Code.
  • § 19.556.030 — CR master-plan requirement and Master Plan Areas North and South — Buena Park Code.
  • § 19.556.040 — Review criteria and conditional use permit requirements for specified CR projects — Buena Park Code.
  • § 19.556.050 — CR design standards, 0.7:1.0 FAR, incentives, parking-area trees, screening, and sign programs — Buena Park Code.

Sources

Source passages

  • Buena Park Zoning Code § 19.128.100 Medium relevance
  • Buena Park Zoning Code § 19.556.040 Medium relevance
  • Buena Park Zoning Code § 19.128.040 Medium relevance
  • Buena Park Zoning Code § 19.556.050 Medium relevance
  • Buena Park Zoning Code § 19.128.090 Medium relevance
  • Buena Park Zoning Code § 19.312.010 Medium relevance
  • Buena Park Zoning Code § 19.556.020 Medium relevance
  • Buena Park Zoning Code § 19.128.110 Medium relevance
  • Buena Park Zoning Code § 19.556.030 Medium relevance

Cited sections

Frequently asked questions

Do I need design review in Buena Park?

Buena Park does not identify one universal permit named “design review.” Depending on the work, design is examined through site plan review, interdepartmental review, zoning compliance review, or a conditional use permit. New non-single-family buildings over 500 sq ft, certain exterior alterations, new parking, tall fences, and specified architectural lighting trigger site plan review. § 19.128.040(A).

What exterior alterations require Buena Park site plan review?

An exterior alteration requires site plan review unless it qualifies for interdepartmental or ministerial processing. Minor work with less than 500 sq ft of new or added floor area can qualify for interdepartmental review, while entrance or exit modifications and changes to less than 25% of exterior materials are ministerial. § 19.128.040(A)(1)(b); § 19.128.100(B)(1)(b).

What design standards does Buena Park use during site plan review?

The City examines legal compliance, neighborhood character, protection from noise and vibration, architectural harmony, and safe pedestrian and vehicle circulation. Approval may be conditioned or denied when Title 19’s requirements or intent are not satisfied. § 19.128.040(B)–(C).

Who approves a Buena Park site plan review?

The Zoning Administrator handles reviews tied to matters already within that official’s jurisdiction, multifamily developments with fewer than 5 units, and changes of 40% or less in each affected building’s floor area. Other reviews generally go to the Planning Commission. § 19.128.040(A)(3)–(5).

How long does Buena Park have to decide a site plan review?

The Planning Commission or Zoning Administrator must act within 40 days after the application is accepted unless the applicant agrees to extend the deadline. A decision may approve, conditionally approve, or deny the application. § 19.128.040(C)(1)–(2).

Can I appeal a Buena Park design-review decision?

A site plan review appeal must be filed in writing with the City Clerk within 10 working days. An interdepartmental-review appeal must be filed with the Secretary of the Planning Commission within 10 working days after the Director’s action. § 19.128.040(C)(3); § 19.128.100(G)(2).

Does an ADU require site plan review in Buena Park?

No. Accessory dwelling units are expressly exempt from the site plan review requirement in § 19.128.040(A)(2)(c). That exemption addresses this particular review procedure; compliance with independently applicable ADU standards must still be confirmed.

Does a fence require design review in Buena Park?

A fence taller than 7 ft requires site plan review. Street-yard fences for multifamily developments in RM-10 or RM-20 may instead be subject to interdepartmental review and the City’s Architectural Design Guidelines. § 19.128.040(A)(1)(d); § 19.128.100(B)(1)(d).

What special design rules apply in Buena Park’s CR district?

A CR regional retail project can require a coordinated master plan and conditional use permit. The documented standards include a maximum 0.7:1.0 FAR, coordinated architecture and open space, landscaped pedestrian routes, screened service areas, and 1 interior tree per 15 surface-parking spaces. § 19.556.030–§ 19.556.050.

How long is a Buena Park site plan approval valid?

A site plan approval expires if development has not commenced within 1 year after approval. The owner or authorized agent may apply for an extension before expiration; later extensions can be granted for up to 1 year each if the required hardship and public-welfare findings are made. § 19.128.040(G)–(H).

General information, not legal advice.

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