The Planning and Zoning Commission review process will be required for any permit or application that requires review and recommendations from the Planning and Zoning Commission, as described in this Code.
Initiation of a Planning and Zoning Commission process may be made upon application by the property owner of the affected property or its authorized agent.
Application must be made in a format consistent with requirements determined by the City Administrator. Applications must include all materials determined necessary by the City Administrator. Information regarding the format requirements and submittal materials required for the application will be made available by the Administrator in advance of any application.
The Planning and Zoning Commission will serve as an Advisory Body to the City Council.
A preliminary or final plat, Conditional Use permit, zoning map amendment, or variance request will not be recommended for approval until the application is complete and the information contained within the application is sufficient and correct so as to allow adequate review and a decision on a recommendation by the appropriate review authority.
No plat shall be recommended without a determination that the plat conforms to the following:
1. The requirements of this Code and any applicable state law.
2. The City's Comprehensive Plan and any other adopted plans as they relate to:
i. The City's current and future streets, sidewalks, alleys, parks, playgrounds, and public utility facilities; and
ii. The extension of the City or the extension, improvement, or widening of its roads, taking into account access to and extension of sewer and water mains and the instrumentalities of public utilities.
iii. Any subdivision design and improvement standards adopted by the City pursuant to Texas Local Government Code § 212.002 or Texas Local Government Code § 212.044, governing plats and subdivision of land within the City's jurisdiction to promote the health, safety, morals, or general welfare of the City and the safe, orderly, and healthful development of the City.
iv. The tract of land subject to the application is adequately served by public improvements and infrastructure, or will be adequately served upon completion of required improvements.
Until the Commission has been given final action authority by the City Council, appeals shall be made to City Council.
