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HomeMy WebLinkAbout101-90 Ordinance RECORD OF ORDINANCES National Graphics Corp,. Cols,. o. ~ Form No. 2806-A Ordinance N 0 .____1()~___?()_________ P assed______ _n_n______ ______nnn______ _________19 n___ -- AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 1184 (SPECIAL PERMITS) AND 1129 (BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS) III>" AND ADDING NEW CHAPTER 1131 (PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION) TO PART ELEVEN ""'" ,. fHEREAS , the Development Department has undertaken a comprehensive review of he Zoning Ordinance; and fHEREAS , the Planning and Zoning Commission reviews all applications for pecial Permits, variance applications and conditional use applications; and fHEREAS , the Board of Zoning Appeals takes final action on variance pplications and conditional use applications; and JImREAS , the current zoning ordinance requiring appearances before multiple oards and commissions is cumbersome and lengthy; and JImREAS , the Development Department wishes to streamline the review process; nd f-- . UmREAS , the Development Department has received complaints regarding the urrent operation of model homes; and 'HEREAS , the current special permit sections do not follow a uniform format; nd - 'HEREAS , use of temporary structures for construction, sales trailers and ortable classrooms has become more prevalent; and fHEREAS , the Planning and Zoning Code does not currently enumerate the powers nd purposes of the Planning and Zoning Commission; and fHEREAS , the Dublin Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed these mendments and recommended approval on October 4, 1990; and fHEREAS , the Dublin Board of Zoning Appeals has reviewed these amendments on eptember 27, 1990; and WHEREAS, periodic amendments to the Planning and Zoning Code are necessary to lrovide for the needs and desires of the community and to protect the health, afety and welfare of the residents; OW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of Dublin, State of Ohio, f the elected members concurring: ECTION 1. That Part Eleven, Title Seven, Chapter 1184 of the codified rdinances be amended to read as follows: 184.01 PURPOSE he purpose of this chapter is to identify land uses which require a special ermit due to unique characteristics relative to location, design, size, ',." peration, traffic circulation or need for public services and to provide upplemental criteria which shall be applied by the Board of Zoning Appeals hen reviewing the proposed use. 184.02 SPECIAL PERMIT REQUIRED ithin the Municipality, no building, structure or premises shall be used and o building or structure shall be erected which is arranged, intended or esigned to be used for any use specified in this chapter unless a Special ermit has been issued by the Board of Zoning Appeals. RECORD OF ORDINANCES National Graphics Corp., Cols" 0, .... Form No. 2806-A Ordinance No ._____~()1___~()_______ P assed------ __m___m__ ______________________ ___19_______ Page Two 184.03 POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS r he Board of Zoning Appeals shall have the following powers and duties in ddition to those defined elsewhere in this ordinance. a) To grant special permits for uses listed in this chapter where it is shown hat the special use can be granted a permit without substantial impairment of he general purpose and intent of the zoning district in which the use is roposed to be located and without significant incompatibility with the eneral character of the neighborhood. b) To impose such requirement(s), conditions and appropriate time limitations egarding the location, character or other features of the proposed uses or tructures as the Board feels necessary to carry out the intent and purpose of he zoning Ordinance and to otherwise safeguard the public safety and welfare. c) Upon application by the Law Director, to revoke any special permit whose ondition has been violated after notice and opportunity to conform have been iven. 184.05 HELIPORTS a) Purpose. Due to the rapid development of and need for helicopter service, t has been deemed appropriate that such uses require a special permit as equired by this chapter, to promote the continued growth of such service in a afe and orderly manner. b) Permit Process. Permits for establishing and maintaining heliports shall e issued to the owner or lessee of the heliport by the zoning Administrator fter approval of a Special Permit by the Board of zoning Appeals and, after he applicant has submitted an application providing written proof that: (1) The heliport when located in zoning districts, other than residential: A. Has been inspected and, if applicable, approved and registered or licensed by either the Division of Aviation of the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) or the Federal Aviation Administration for compliance with the criteria set forth in the Transportation Laws of Ohio, Annotated with Rules and Regulations, Chapters TRa-1, TRa-2 and TRa-5 and amendments thereto and applicable federal regulations; B. Has received such approval and clearance from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as may be required by the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs); and C. Is an accessory use to a permitted principal use in the zoning district in which the heliport is located. (2) The heliport when located in residential zoning districts: A. Complies with the above requirements for heliports in zoning districts other than residential; B. Shall be limited to helicopters of 12,000 pounds gross weight or less (executive-type helicopters) for the purpose of internal cargo or personnel transportation only; C. Shall be a minimum of one acre, and when in use shall be marked in such a way as to be clearly visible; D. Shall be a minimum of 500 feet from the nearest occupied structure, expressway, principal arterial, minor arterial or collector streets within the Municipality; and E. Is an accessory use to a permitted principal use in the zoning district in which the heliport is located. c) Fee. A non-refundable fee of fifty dollars ($50.00) shall be paid to the unicipality for each application for a special permit to establish a eliport. RECORD OF ORDINANCES National Graphics Corp" Cols" 0, ~ Form No, 2806-A -~l Ordinance No.__}~~__2~-m-m- P assed__nmn n ____m__ _m_mmn__m _____m__19 ----- - Page Three d) Exceptions No person shall take-off or land a helicopter anywhere within he Municipality except at a heliport for which a permit, issued by the .,.~ unicipality, as hereinafter provided, is in force unless such landing or ake-off is done: ( 1) When necessary for law enforcement or other public safety purposes; (2) When necessary for aircraft or medical emergencies; (3) For a single or one-time landing at a site not regularly used for landings when prior approval is obtained from the Manager. Such approval shall not be unreasonably withheld when the Ohio State Transportation Department has issued a temporary heliport certificate for such an activity. e) Applicability. (1) All permits issued shall be only to the original property owner/applicant or original lessee/applicant. If the ownership or tenancy has changed, a new application shall be required. (2) This section shall apply to all heliports established within the Municipality. f) Penalty. Anyone who operates a helicopter, or allows operation of a helicopter in violation of the provisions of this section shall, upon conviction, pay a fine of not more than five hundred dollars ($500.00) for each violation. 184.06 DISH ANTENNAE. a) Purpose. Regulation of dish antennae is intended to provide guidelines for their approval which accommodate the generally large diameter of satellite dish antennae, provide for screening to mitigate the mass of the dish; provide for the most aesthetically pleasing dish location and a safe and appropriate installation. b) Permit Process. A certificate of zoning compliance for the installation of dish antennae shall be issued to the owner of the property by the Zoning Administrator or appropriate designee after approval of a Special Permit by the Board of Zoning Appeals. The Board will base its approval upon a site plan submitted by the applicant and the extent to which the plan demonstrates that the installation of the dish antenna is in conformance with the following guidelines: (1) A dish antenna, when installed in any zoning district, shall be: A. Located to the rear of the principal building or structure; B. An accessory use subordinate to the principal use of the site; c. Mounted in a concrete base in line with grade; D. Screened from adjacent properties and landscaped; E. Open mesh type if possible; F. Wired underground; G. Properly maintained; and H. Designed to withstand a wind force of up to seventy miles per hour. (2) A dish antenna, when installed in any residential zoning district or planned residential zoning district as defined in Section 1141.02, shall be: A. Installed in compliance with the general guidelines for all zoning districts; and B. Installed as close to grade elevation as possible; and in no case shall be greater than fifteen feet above grade height if turned perpendicular to the ground; and the maximum diameter of any dish antenna shall not exceed twelve feet. RECORD OF ORDINANCES National Graphics Corp,. Cols" O. ~ Form No, 2806-A 101-90 P assed___u_______ ______u_____________________________19 u___. -- Ordinance No. ______u_____u_______ Page Four ( 3) A dish antenna, when installed in any commercial zoning district as defined in Section 1141.02, shall be: ,.. A. Installed in compliance with the general guidelines for all zoning districts; B. Installed as close to grade elevation as possible; in no case -',.",. '. shall be greater than fifteen feet above grade height if turned perpendicular to the ground; and the maximum diameter of any dish antenna shall not exceed twelve feet; C. Located in yards that are not adjacent to residentially zoned districts; and D. Removed within twelve months of ceasing operation or when replaced or unused. ( 4) A dish antenna, when installed in any industrial zoning district as defined in Section 1141.02, shall be: A. Installed in compliance with the general guidelines for all zoning districts; B. Compatible in height with the surrounding development; C. Located in yards that are not adjacent to residentially zoned districts; and D. Removed within twelve months of ceasing operation or when replaced or unused. (5) A roof-mounted dish antenna: A. When installed, as an accessory use to a residential structure, shall not be greater than three feet above the roof of the structure it is mounted on; and B. When installed as an accessory use to structures located in commercial and industrial districts, or permitted nonresidential structures in residential districts, shall be reviewed for safety, compatibility with surrounding development and for other design measures that screen or otherwise make the dish antenna appear less obtrusive. c) Fee. A non-refundable fee of fifty dollars ($50.00) shall be paid to the Municipality for each application for a special permit to install a dish antenna. d) Exemptions. All dish antennae will require a Certificate of Zoning Compliance before installation. However, the following types of installations will not require approval of the Board of Zoning Appeals: Any roof-mounted or ground-mounted dish antenna that is three feet in diameter or less, provided that the site plan submitted for zoning compliance demonstrates that the general guidelines were considered. 184.07 COMMUNICATION TOWERS FOR COMMUNICATION DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS. a) Purpose. Towers used in radio, satellite dish, telephone, microwave or other wavelength communication for transmission, receiving or relay are subject to regulations herein provided. The communication tower regulation is intended to preserve the opportunity for improved services #i and technological advances from such consumer oriented public services; to preserve the quality of life in residential areas close to tower installations; to protect the health and safety of residents from the possible adverse impacts of emissions from the advanced technologies in use; to protect the visual quality and natural beauty of the community as a whole; and to provide guidelines for zoning compliance to protect the general welfare, health and safety of Dublin's residents in the absence of tower regulations by the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio. It is the intent of this regulation that the towers used for television and radio, cellular telephone systems and dish antennae be erected in locations consistent with the purpose and spirit of the zoning regulations. RECORD OF ORDINANCES National Graphics Corp,. Cols.. O. ~ Form No. 2806-A Ordinance No,_____J()~~2()_____ p assed_____________________________________________19 ----. - Page Five (b) Definitions. ( 1) "Communication tower" means a structure thirty-five feet or "" greater in height above grade that is intended for transmitting, receiving or relaying television, radio, telephone or other communications. ",-;y,.j;I! (2) "Communication distribution system" includes broadcast antennae for cellular telephone, AM and FM, microwave and television systems. (c) Permit Process. (1) A Certificate of Zoning Compliance shall be issued to the owner of the property by the Zoning Administrator or designee after approval of a Special Permit by the Board of Zoning Appeals for a tower thirty-five feet or more in height above grade for use in a communication distribution system and for any support buildings. Towers less than thirty-five feet in height shall be approved by the approval process outlined in the Zoning Ordinance by building permit and zoning compliance review. The Board of Zoning Appeals shall approve, disapprove or approve with conditions a Special Permit, based on a site plan to be submitted by the applicant and owner of record of the property, as prescribed by the Board of Zoning Appeals. In making its decision, while upholding the purpose of this section, the Board shall consider that the proposed tower and attendant installation be: A. Permitted only in the RI, LI, GI, OLR zoning district(s) , or in a planned district where the tower is a specifically enumerated use; B. Sited so that all reasonable alternatives for tower placement have been clearly and convincingly demonstrated so that the installation will minimize the visual intrusion of the tower; C. Shared with other users to minimize the proliferation of towers within the City of Dublin; D. Detailed in a site plan to include complete structure elevations and a perspective view showing the tower as viewed from all the property lines/lot lines of the proposed site; and E. Located to minimize the visual impact at base elevation of the proposed structure by a comprehensive landscape plan. (2) Plans submitted for proposed towers shall show conformance with the following development standards: A. The installation shall be 1,000 feet from the nearest residential use or district, including planned districts for residential use or public park; B. Minimum setback from all property lines shall be a distance equal to the height of the tower. Setback shall be defined as the distance from the property line to the nearest portion of the structure; C. Underground wiring to the site shall be required; IP' D. Equipment, mobile or immobile, not used in direct support of the transmission or relay facility, shall not be stored or parked on the site except in connection with a repair or maintenance being made to the installation; E. No employees shall be employed on a regular basis at the installation site; F. The owner of the tower/installation shall annually file with the Board of zoning Appeals a declaration ascertaining the continued operation, according to the Board's approval, of each tower approved by Special Permit; and G. Obsolete or unused facilities shall be removed within twelve months of ceasing operation. RECORD OF ORDINANCES National Graphics Corp., Cols" O. ..... Form No, 2806-A Ordinance No. m~~~__~~mm__ p assed__m_____________m___m__mm___ _m_____19 ----. -- Page Six (d) Exemptions: Ham radio installations are permitted in residential districts provided: p..', 1. The ham radio tower is no higher than the highest point of the residence. If the tower is retractable, it shall be measured when retracted; _. '.i'i 2. The tower is an accessory use to a permitted principal use of the property; 3. The tower shall be placed to the rear of the principal use. 4. Site plan approval is granted by the Zoning administrator or designee. 5. All FAA and FCC requirements and building and electrical permit requirements are met. (e) Fee. A non-refundable fee of fifty dollars ($50.00) shall be paid to the Municipality for each application for a special permit for Communication Tower. 184.08 PORTABLE STRUCTURES AND TEMPORARY USES a) Purpose. Regulation of Portable Structures such as temporary construction trailers, temporary use trailers and portable classrooms is intended to provide for unusual circumstances or the short term needs of the residents of the City of Dublin, to preserve the quality of life in residential areas and to provide a review process that maximizes the safety and aesthetic appeal of the portable structures and temporary uses and minimizes the duration and intrusion of such structures. b) Definitions. 1. Portable Non-Residential Structure(s) - Building ( s) or similar structure(s) designed for occupation which is not placed on a permanent foundation. The definition shall include construction trailers, portable classrooms, tents, trailers and any other uses which may be proposed for such structures. 2. Construction Trailer - A temporary building or structure used as a construction office for a project located on the same site during its construction. 3. Portable Classroom - A manufactured structure not permanently attached to the ground, used on a temporary basis in conjunction with a permanent structure to provide educational services. c) Permit Process 1. A Certificate of Zoning Compliance shall be issued to the owner of the property by the Zoning Administrator or designee after approval of a Special Permit by the Board of Zoning Appeals for any portable non-residential structure. The Board of Zoning Appeals shall approve, disapprove or approve with conditions a Special Permit, based on a site plan and a narrative outlining the scope of use to be submitted by the applicant and owner of record of the property according to the rules of the Board of Zoning Appeals. In making its decision, upon the Special Permit Application, the Board shall consider that the proposed structure be: A. Permitted in any zoning district provided the use of the structure is a permitted use in the zoning district or an accessory use as provided in Section 1183.05; B. Located on the site so as to provide safe access to the structure and be served by adequate parking; C. Screened from view and sensitively located and to show adherence to the standards of the community; I RECORD OF ORDINANCES National Graphics Corp.. Cols,. O. .... Form No. 2806-A Ordinance No. ____lP_l___?()_______ Passed_ ____ ______u__ ____________________________19 u Page Seven D. Detailed in a dimensioned site plan to include a complete structure elevation, landscape plan and site lighting; 'IJl' E. Proposed for a limited period of time not to exceed one year. The duration of the proposed Special Permit shall be specified &~,,-,{j by the applicant and approved by the Board. Extension of the Special Permit for an additional limited period of time may be permitted by reapplication to the Board when reasonable progress toward a permanent structure is demonstrated. The Board shall base its decision on any extension request on the same criteria as the initial Special Permit; F. Detailed in a narrative noting the specific use proposed and the scope of the intended use; and G. Proposed in compliance with development standards with respect to parking and landscaping. d) Exemptions 1. Construction trailers are not subject to a Special Permit review by the Board of Zoning Appeals and are permitted in non-residential zoning districts provided: A. The location and footprint of the construction trailer is noted on the construction plans submitted and approved for the Certificate of zoning Compliance for the project; B. The construction trailer is used in conjunction with an approved construction project only during actual construction work; and C. The construction trailer is removed from the construction site upon completion of actual construction work or when construction has been discontinued for a period of 30 days or more. - 2. Construction trailers are not subject to a Special Permit review by the Board of Zoning Appeals and are permitted in residential zoning districts provided: A. A site plan~PI2:r:ov~l.is issued by the Zoning Administrator to show agreement between the Municipality and residential developer as to the location of the construction trailer, and the installation of landscape screening in order to improve the visual appearance of the site if the trailer is not screened by existing natural vegetation. 3. Tents are not subject to a Special Permit review by the Board of Zoning Appeals and are permitted in non-residential zoning districts and non-residential planned districts provided: A. A site plan approval is issued by the zoning administrator; B. The use for which the tent is proposed is a temporary accessory use to a permitted principal use on the same site; and C. The tent is approved by the fire department. D. Portable temporary buildings and trailers used in association with a Seasonal Business as defined in Chapter 741 of the Dublin Codified Ordinances are exempt from Special Permit requirements. A Seasonal Business permit, however, is required. 4. Tents are not subject to a Special Permit review by the Board of Zoning Appeals and are permitted in residential zoning districts and residential planned districts provided: A. The tent is used as an accessory use to the residential use of the premises for such events as wedding receptions or private parties; or RECORD OF ORDINANCES National Graphics Corp., COls,. O. ~ Form No, 2806-A Ordinance No._ __1_()~-:-:~()________ p assed___________ ___________________________________19 _m - - Page Seven B. The tent is an accessory to a bone fide special event sanction or permitted by the city; and If" C. The tent is approved by the fire department. e) Fee: A non-refundable fee of fifty dollars ($50.00) shall be paid to the &;,,~, .oj municipality for each application for a special permit for Portable structures and Temporary Uses. 184.09 MODEL HOMES IN RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS a) Purpose - Regulation of model homes is intended to preserve the opportunity for potential residents of the City of Dublin to inspect housing available within the Municipality; to provide home builders a forum to demonstrate housing types; to preserve the quality of residential life for nearby residents; and to protect residential areas from uses which are not residential in nature. b) Definition Residential Model Homes - A residential structure used by a licensed homebuilder/developer, real estate worker or realtor to demonstrate house construction, display built-in amenities and color selection charts to prospective home buyers and promote the sale or lease of housing units. The model home may be staffed and furnished. c) Permit Process l. A certificate of Zoning Compliance shall be issued to the owner of the property by the Zoning Administrator or appropriate designee after approval of a Special Permit by the Board of Zoning Appeals for a model home. The Board of Zoning Appeals shall approve, disapprove or approve with conditions, a Special Permit based on its proposed location in the community. In making its decision, the Board shall consider that the proposed model home be: A. Sited so that it is easily accessible and identifiable; B. Integrated into the residential character of the neighborhood with external lighting approved on a case by case basis. No exterior lighting other than usual and customary residential lighting shall be permitted at the model home after 9 p.m. C. Approved for a limited duration not to exceed two years for model homes in new subdivision and not to exceed one year in developed or mature neighborhoods. Extension of the duration of model homes may be permitted by application to the Board of Zoning Appeals. The Board shall consider the same criteria in approving extensions as is prescribed for initial applications. D. Identified by no more than one sign in compliance with the sign :fI:'~ code; - E. The Special Permit application will describe the use proposed for the Model Home including: l. Hours of operation 2. Number and type of employees 3. Maximum number of employees to be on site at any time. 4. Provision for parking for employees and customers d) Fee: A non-refundable fee of fifty dollars ($50) shall be paid to the municipality for each application for a special permit to establish a model home. RECORD OF ORDINANCES National Graphics Corp., COls" O. ..., Form No, 2806-A Ordinance N 0 .______~()~__~()_____ Passed___________ ____n nn_.___________________ ____19__.. - - Page Eight ... ECTION 2. That Part Eleven, Title Three, Chapter 1129 of the Codified rdinanees be amended to read as follows: to< . 129.02 - POWERS AND DUTIES (b) Special Permit - To authorize only such special permits as the Board of Zoning Appeals is specifically authorized to consider by the terms of the Zoning Ordinance. 129.04 - (e) delete 129.05 - PROCEDURE FOR AUTHORIZING A CONDITIONAL USE [Delete entire subsection]. Power transferred to Planning and Zoning Commission. 129.07 PROCEDURE FOR AUTHORIZING A SPECIAL PERMIT a) Nature of Special Permit. Due to unique characteristics relative to location, design, size, operation, traffic circulation or need for public services, several specific uses have been identified which require " supplemental criteria and review to substantiate that the use is appropriate for the proposed location. b) Written Applications. Eight copies of a provided application form and a dimensioned site plan shall be filed with the Zoning Administrator not less than twenty days prior to the date of the public hearing. , (1) Description of property and intended use. The application shall include the following statements: A. A legal description of the property. B. The proposed use of the property. C. A statement of the necessity or desirability of the proposed use to the neighborhood or community. D. A statement describing the relationship of the proposed use to adjacent property and land use. E. Such other information regarding the property, proposed use or surrounding area as may be pertinent to the application or required for appropriate action by the Board of Zoning Appeals. (2 ) Plot plan. The application shall be accompanied by eight copies of a plot plan, drawn to an appropriate scale, clearly '" showing the following: A. The boundaries and dimensions of the lot. lib, B. The size and location of existing and proposed structures. C. The proposed use of all parts of the lot and structures, including accessways, walks, off-street parking and loading spaces, and landscaping. D. The relationship of the proposed development to the development standards listed in Section 1184. E. The use of land and location of structures on adjacent property. I RECORD OF ORDINANCES National Graphics Corp.. Cols,. 0, ..... Form No. 2806-A Ordinance NO'm~()l_~~()m__m p assedm____m_m___nmn_mmnnm_mm__19 m_.. -- Page Nine d) Actions of the Board of Zoning Appeals. The Board of zoning Appeals shall hold a public hearing and act on a Special Permit in one of the r'C)" following ways: (1) Approval. The Board of Zoning Appeals shall approve an .... application for a Special Permit if the following three conditions are met: A. The proposed use is a Special Permit Use in the zoning district, and the applicable development standards established in the Zoning Ordinance are met; B. The proposed development is in accord with appropriate plans for the area; and C. The proposed development will be in keeping with the existing land use character and physical development potential of the area. (2) Approval with modification. The Board of Zoning Appeals may approve with modification an application for a Special Permit, if the proposed use is a Special Permit use in the zoning district and the applicable development standards are met, but plot plan modification is required: A. To be in accord with appropriate plans for the area; and B. To prevent undesirable effects on adjacent property and the surrounding area. Such modification may be a limitation on the extent or intensity of development, a requirement for additional screening by fencing or landscaping, a change in the method or plan for lighting, control of access or other conditions of development as may be required. Recommendations regarding the modification of plans or other appropriate actions shall be stated with the reasons for each recommendation. (3) Disapproval. The Board of Zoning Appeals shall only disapprove an application for a Special Permit for anyone of the following reasons: A. The proposed use is not a Special Permit use of the zoning district, or the applicable development standards are not and cannot be met; B. The proposed development is not in accord with appropriate plans of the area, will have undesirable effects on the surrounding area or is not in keeping with the existing land use character and physical development potential of the area. (4) Special Permit Approval. Upon a favorable finding, the Board of Zoning Appeals shall approve a Special Permit application within thirty days following the public hearing. (5) Special Permit. A Certificate of Zoning Compliance may be issued for an approved Special Permit Use only within the period of one year from the date of final approval by the Board of Zoning Appeals. (6) Building permit. A building permit may be obtained for the ~ development only if in accordance with the approved plot plan. 129.08 FEES FOR VARIANCES AND SPECIAL PERMITS fee of 50 dollars ($50.00) shall be paid to the Municipality for each pplication for a variance, or special permit to cover the necessary dministrative and advertising costs. II RECORD OF ORDINANCES National Graphics Corp,. Cols.. O. ~ Form No. 2806-A Ordinance No. _____~~~__2~_______ P assed___________ ____ ____m______________ _________19______ -- Page Ten (b) Written Applications. Eight copies of a provided application form and a dimensioned site plan shall be filed with the Zoning Administrator not less than twenty days prior to the date of the public hearing. (1) Description of property and intended use. The application shall include the following statements: A. A legal description of the property. B. The proposed use of the property. C. A statement of the necessity or desirability of the proposed use to the neighborhood or community. D. A statement of the relationship of the proposed use to adjacent property and land use. E. Such other information regarding the property, proposed use or surrounding area as may be pertinent to the application or required for appropriate action by the Planning and Zoning Commission. (2) Plot plan. The application shall be accompanied by a plot plan, drawn to an appropriate scale, clearly showing the following: A. The boundaries and dimensions of the lot. B. The size and location of existing and proposed structures. C. The proposed use of all parts of the lot and structures, including accessways, walks, off-street parking and loading spaces, and landscaping. D. The relationship of the proposed development to the development standards. E. The use of land and location of structures on adjacent property. (3) A non-refundable fee of fifty dollars ($50) shall be paid to the municipality for each application for a conditional use. (1) Approval. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall approve an application for a conditional use if the following three conditions are met: - A. The proposed use is a conditional use of the zoning district, and the applicable development standards established in the Zoning Ordinance are met. B. The proposed development is in accord with appropriate plans for the area. C. The proposed development will be in keeping with the existing land use character and physical development potential of the area. (2) Approval with modification. The Planning and Zoning Commission may approve with modification an application for a conditional use, if the proposed use is a conditional use of the zoning district and the applicable development standards are met, but plot plan modification is required: A. To be in accord with appropriate plans for the area; and B. To prevent undesirable effects on adjacent property and the surrounding area. Such modification may be a limitation on the extent or intensity of development, a requirement for additional screening by fence or landscaping, a change in the method or plan for lighting, control of access or other conditions of development as may be required. Requirements regarding the modification of plans or other appropriate actions shall be stated with the reasons for each recommendation. (3) Disapproval. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall only disapprove an application for a conditional use for anyone of the following reasons: A. The proposed use is not a conditional use of the zoning district, or the applicable development standards are not and cannot be met. B. The proposed development is not in accord with appropriate plans of the area. C. The proposed development will have undesirable effects on the surrounding area and is not in keeping with the existing land use character and physical development potential of the area. ( 4) Conditional use approval. Upon a favorable finding, the Planning and Zoning Commission shall approve a conditional use application within 1\ thirty days following the public hearing. RECORD OF ORDINANCES National Graphics Corp,. Cols.. O. ~ Form No. 2806-A -~- Ordinance No.____~g)1.=9_Q_______ Passed_n_ n nn_ __n___n_______nn______nn~____19 nn -- Page Eleven Section 3. That Part Eleven, Title Three of the Codified Ordinances be amended to add a new Chapter, 1131, to read as follows: i" Chapter 1131 Planning and Zoning Commission 1131. 01 ORGANIZATION AND MEMBERS The Planning and Zoning Commission shall organize and adopt rules in accordance with the requirements of the Charter of the City of Dublin. Meetings of the Commission shall be held at the call of the chairperson, and at such other times as the Commission determines. All meetings of the Planning and Zoning Commission shall be open to the public. The Planning Commission shall keep minutes of its proceedings, showing the vote of each member upon each question, or if absent or failing to vote, indicating such fact, and shall keep public records of its actions. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall consist of seven members appointed by the City Council to serve at the pleasure of the City Council. The powers and duties shall be as provided in the City Charter and as provided by ordinances and resolutions of the City Council. 1131.02 POWERS AND DUTIES The Planning and Zoning Commission shall have the following powers and duties: (a) Review of Preliminary and Final Plats and recommendation of action to City Council; (b) Review of Amendments to the Zoning Map and to the Zoning Ordinance and recommendation of action to City Council; (c) Review of development proposals under the provisions of Section 1185.06 Corridor Development District; (d) Authorize only such Conditional Uses as the Planning and Zoning Commission is specifically authorized to pass on by the terms of the Zoning Ordinance; (e) Initiate the inclusion of annexed territory in one or more of the zoning districts defined in the Ordinance as amended; (f) Review and Approve Final Development Plans, Development Plans, Amended and Revised Development Plans and Plan Refinements for Planned Districts; (g) Initiate rezoning applications; (h) Exceptions to the Subdivision Regulations as provided in Chapter 1111; and - (i) All other powers and duties as may be provided by the City Charter and city ordinances as amended. 1131.03 - PROCEDURE FOR AUTHORIZING A CONDITIONAL USE. (a) Nature of Conditional Uses. Specifically listed conditional uses are provided within the zoning district regulations in recognition that such uses, although often desirable, will more intensely affect the surrounding area in which they are located than the permitted uses of such zoning districts. The intent of this section is to set forth the development standards and criteria for locating and developing a conditional use in accordance with the nature of the surrounding area, conditions of development and with regard to appropriate plans. RECORD OF ORDINANCES National Graphics Corp.. Cols,. 0, ~ Form No, 2806-A Ordinance No. n1-'?_1_-_9-'?nnn____ P assed___________nn____ ___________nnn_ __________19 __n_ n Page Twelve (5) Conditional use permit. A Certificate of Zoning Compliance may be issued ...' only for an approved conditional use within the period of one year from the date of final approval by the Planning and Zoning Commission. .,.>/1 (6) Building permit. A building permit may be obtained only for the development in accordance with the approved plot plan. Section 4. That this Ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and - after the earliest period allowed by law. Passed this 19th day of November , 1990. . '" Attest: fefhza-/)Y1' ~U2-r-J lerk of Council l bereby certify that copies of this Ordinance/Rw}ll1ti(ln .were posted if, ,thy of Dublin in accordance with Section 731.25 of the C:lio Revised (v' J~ ~ tfh~ Clerk of Council, Dublin, Ohio I