§ 7.3.6. Community council review of proposed amendments.

A.

Following the monthly closing date for the introduction or filing of an application to amend the official zoning map, to amend the text of this chapter, to amend the comprehensive plan land use maps, for a special land use permit, or for a major modification to zoning conditions, a copy of all such applications shall be made available by the director of planning to the appropriate community council for consideration.

B.

Applicants are required to attend community council meetings to present their applications. The presentation shall take place prior to the formulation of any final written recommendations by the director of planning. At the discretion of planning department staff, the applicant may be required to make a formal presentation to explain the application, but at a minimum the applicant shall be available to answer questions about the application. Community councils shall consider such applications in relation to the applicable standards and criteria contained in this chapter, the adopted comprehensive plan, and any of the community's quality of life issues.

C.

The recommendation of the community council shall be presented at the subsequent planning commission meeting where the application is considered. The failure of any community council to timely comply with the provisions of this subsection shall not constitute grounds for deferral or denial of any proposed amendment by the planning commission or the board of commissioners.

( Ord. No. 15-06 , 8-25-2015)