A. Applicability.  For the purpose of establishing and maintaining sound, stable, and desirable development within the corporate limits of the City, the Official Zoning Map may be amended based upon changed or changing conditions in a particular area or in the City generally, or to rezone an area, or to extend the boundary of an existing zoning district. All amendments must be in accordance with the Comprehensive Plan. Newly annexed areas shall be zoned AG during the annexation process.

B. Approval Criteria (Rezoning). The City Council may consider criteria it deems relevant and important in taking final action on the amendment, but shall generally determine that the amendment promotes the health, safety, or general welfare of the City and the safe, orderly, and healthful development of the City.

C. Responsibility for Final Action. Conditions and proposed decisions regarding rezoning shall be reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Commission. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall forward its recommendation to the City Council, which is responsible for final action on Zoning Map Amendments.

See § 3.07: Policy-Related Applications for more detailed information.
See Chapter 3.00: Applications and Permits for complete, detailed information.