A. 
Applicability.
1. 
Whenever the public necessity, convenience, general welfare or good zoning practice requires, the Common Council may, by ordinance, amend, change or supplement the text of the regulations established by this Title or amendments thereto.
2. 
A request to amend the UDC can be made by the:
a. 
City Planning Department, Plan Commission or Common Council.
b. 
A property owner or representative of a property owner.
B. 
Pre-application meeting. A pre-application meeting pursuant to Section 13.05.12D is suggested prior to submitting an ordinance amendment application.
C. 
Submission. The application for an amendment shall be filed pursuant to Section 13.05.12C and Table 13.05.11-1.
D. 
Review process.
1. 
Application distributed. The Zoning Administrator shall review the application and refer it to applicable City staff for review.
2. 
Hearing on application. The Plan Commission shall hold a public hearing in accordance with Section 13.05.12J and Table 13.05.11-1.
E. 
Decision.
1. 
The Plan Commission shall review the application and recommend approval, conditional approval, or denial of the amendment and shall transmit the application along with its recommendations to the Common Council.
2. 
The Plan Commission may hold the matter in abeyance if there is incomplete or inadequate information.
3. 
Following receipt of the Plan Commission's recommendation, the Common Council shall review and approve, approve conditionally, or deny the amendment application.
4. 
The Common Council shall state, in writing, its findings for approval or denial, as well as any conditions of approval.
5. 
In the event of protest against amendment to the text of the regulations of this Title, it shall cause a 3/4 vote of the full Common Council membership to adopt such amendment.
A. 
Applicability. Whenever the public necessity, convenience, general welfare or good zoning practice requires, the Common Council may, by ordinance, change the district boundaries established by this chapter and the Zoning Map incorporated herein and/or the Supplementary Floodplain Zoning Map incorporated herein.
B. 
Pre-application meeting. A pre-application meeting pursuant to Section 13.05.12D is required prior to submitting a Map Amendment application.
C. 
Submission. The application for an amendment shall be filed pursuant to Section 13.05.12C and Table 13.05.11-1.
D. 
Review process.
1. 
Application distributed. The Zoning Administrator shall review the application and refer it to applicable City staff for review.
2. 
Hearing on application. The Plan Commission shall hold a public hearing in accordance with Section 13.05.12J and Table 13.05.11-1.
3. 
Decision.
a. 
The Plan Commission shall review the application and recommend approval, conditional approval, or denial of the Map amendment and shall transmit the application along with its recommendations to the Common Council.
b. 
The Plan Commission may hold the matter in abeyance if there is incomplete or inadequate information.
c. 
Following receipt of the Plan Commission's recommendation, the Common Council shall review and approve, approve conditionally, or deny the amendment application.
d. 
The Common Council shall state, in writing, its findings for approval or denial, as well as any conditions of approval.
e. 
If a request for a Map amendment (rezoning) has been denied by the Council, no person may again request the same zoning change for the same parcel until the expiration of one year after the previous denial.
i. 
Such restriction shall not apply if the subsequent Map amendment (rezoning) request is premised upon a proposed development or use of the parcel which is substantially different than the previously rejected development or use and which addresses the previously expressed concerns of the Plan Commission.
ii. 
Substantially different shall be determined by the Plan Commission based primarily on a change of use, density or arrangement of development.
iii. 
Any request for a Map amendment (rezoning) within the one year limit shall be initially reviewed by the Plan Commission for compliance with this subsection. After such review, the Plan Commission shall determine whether the application is substantially different and whether a public hearing can be set for consideration of the request.
iv. 
A protest against amendment of the Zoning Map. In the event of protest against amendment to the Zoning Map, it shall result in the need for a 3/4 vote of the full Common Council membership for such amendment to be adopted.
E. 
Update map on file. The Zoning Administrator shall be responsible for updating the Zoning Map on file with any amendments adopted.
A. 
Applicability. The establishment of a Medical Campus District is intended to provide for the development of medically related uses which, by their interrelationship, benefit from proximity and a well-designed environment with a unified feel.
B. 
Pre-application meeting.
1. 
A pre-application meeting pursuant to Section 13.05.12D is required prior to submitting a MC Campus Master Plan application.
2. 
The applicant may request a meeting with the Plan Commission Subcommittee to obtain information and guidance before entering into binding agreements or incurring substantial expense. This consultation is neither formal nor mandatory but is intended to inform the applicant of the purpose and objectives of these regulations, the Comprehensive Plan, and duly adopted plan implementation devices of the City. Discussions that occur are not binding on the City and do not constitute official assurances or representations on the City.
C. 
Submission. The application shall be filed pursuant to Section 13.05.12C and Table 13.05.11-1.
1. 
Combined applications. An application for the establishment of a Medical Campus District (MC) may be accompanied by all other discretionary requests, such as subdivision review, in order to minimize review periods.
2. 
Authority. Authority is given to the Plan Commission to combine separate permit applications into one application for the convenience of the applicant and the City; however, individual permit fees shall apply.
D. 
Review process.
1. 
Application distributed. The Zoning Administrator shall review the application and refer it to applicable City staff for review.
2. 
Hearing on application. The Plan Commission shall hold a public hearing in accordance with Section 13.05.12J and Table 13.05.11-1.
3. 
Criteria for review. Approval of the Campus Master Plan will be based on the degree to which it meets the intent of the Medical Campus District; implements the goals of the Comprehensive Plan; and reflects adopted neighborhood, corridor, or special area plans adjacent to district boundaries.
E. 
Decision.
1. 
Following the public hearing, the Plan Commission shall review the application and recommend approval, conditional approval, or denial of the Medical Campus District and shall transmit the application along with its recommendations to the Common Council.
2. 
The Plan Commission may hold the matter in abeyance if there is incomplete or inadequate information.
3. 
Following receipt of the Plan Commission's recommendation, the Common Council shall review and approve, approve conditionally, or deny the Medical Campus District.
4. 
The Common Council shall state, in writing, its findings for approval or denial, as well as any conditions of approval.
F. 
Issuance of approval.
1. 
Recording of requirements. The applicant shall record with the Office of the La Crosse County Register of Deeds the legal description of the Medical Campus District and the conditions of approval which shall run with the land if any additional conditions are added to the Campus Master Plan. Said conditions shall not lapse or be waived as a result of any subsequent change in ownership or tenancy. Said conditions shall be deemed to be part of the building permit issued for any use or structure in the MC District.
2. 
Stop work. If after the approval of the MC District, any portion of the approved conditions or plans are not met, the Planning, Engineering, Inspection and/or Fire Departments may stop further construction of the development by posting a stop-work order and providing the applicant with written notice by certified mail within two working days of the stop-work order. Construction shall be halted until such time as the applicant has made the necessary corrections to comply with the approved plans.
G. 
Effect of approval.
1. 
Campus Master Plans approved as part of the rezoning to Medical Campus District shall be effective for 10 years and require a full update on or before the end of year eight and every five years thereafter.
2. 
It is expected that Campus Master Plans will identify building locations and maximum heights, but are not required to include detailed designs of each building. Building design review will be conducted according to site plan review procedures identified in Section 13.05.21.
A. 
Applicability.
1. 
A request for a minor amendment shall be sought when there is a change to the approved Campus Master Plan or an update is required pursuant to Section 13.05.42.
2. 
An amendment shall be classified as a minor amendment if no substantive changes are proposed. Substantive change shall be determined by the Zoning Administrator based on the following factors:
a. 
Use;
b. 
Density;
c. 
Intensity of overall Campus Master Plan; and
d. 
Whether proposed change(s) will negatively affect adjacent properties and districts.
B. 
Pre-application meeting. A pre-application meeting pursuant to Section 13.05.12D is suggested prior to submitting a MC Campus Master Plan Minor Amendment application.
C. 
Submission. The application for an Amendment shall be filed pursuant to Section 13.05.12C and Table 13.05.11-1.
D. 
Review process.
1. 
Application distributed. The Zoning Administrator shall review the application and refer it to applicable City staff for review.
2. 
Determination of amendment type. The Zoning Administrator shall determine whether the amendment proposed is a minor or major amendment. An application deemed to be a major amendment shall follow the procedures set forth in the major amendment section.
3. 
Criteria for review. In considering a minor amendment, the Zoning Administrator shall consider the same criteria as used in establishing the Medical Campus District.
4. 
Administrative review. When the application is reviewed by the Planning Department, the application will be granted, denied or referred for additional review and/or request for more information.
E. 
Issuance of approval.
1. 
Recording of requirements. The applicant shall record with the Office of the La Crosse County Register of Deeds the legal description of the Medical Campus District and the conditions of approval which shall run with the land if any additional conditions are added to the Campus Master Plan. Said conditions shall not lapse or be waived as a result of any subsequent change in ownership or tenancy. Said conditions shall be deemed to be part of the building permit issued for any use or structure in the MC District.
2. 
Stop work. If after the approval of the MC District, any portion of the approved conditions or plans are not met, the Planning, Engineering, Inspection and/or Fire Departments may stop further construction of the development by posting a stop-work order and providing the applicant with written notice by certified mail within two working days of the stop-work order. Construction shall be halted until such time as the applicant has made the necessary corrections to comply with the approved plans.
A. 
Applicability.
1. 
A request for a major amendment shall be sought when there is a change to the approved Campus Master Plan or an update is required pursuant to Section 13.05.42.
2. 
An amendment shall be classified as a major amendment if substantive changes are proposed. Substantive change shall be determined by the Zoning Administrator based on the following factors:
a. 
Use;
b. 
Density;
c. 
Intensity of overall Campus Master Plan; and
d. 
Whether proposed change(s) will negatively affect adjacent properties and districts.
B. 
Pre-application meeting. A pre-application meeting pursuant to Section 13.05.12D is required prior to submitting a MC Campus Master Plan major amendment application.
C. 
Submission. The application for a major amendment shall be filed pursuant to Section 13.05.12C and Table 13.05.11-1.
D. 
Review process.
1. 
Application distributed. The Zoning Administrator shall review the application and refer it to applicable City staff for review.
2. 
Hearing on application. The Plan Commission shall hold a public hearing in accordance with Section 13.05.12J and Table 13.05.11-1.
3. 
Criteria for review. In considering a major amendment, the Zoning Administrator shall consider the same criteria as used in establishing the Medical Campus District.
4. 
Decision.
a. 
Following the public hearing, the Plan Commission shall review the application and recommend approval, conditional approval, or denial of the Major Amendment and shall transmit the application along with its recommendations to the Common Council.
b. 
The Plan Commission may hold the matter in abeyance if there is incomplete or inadequate information.
c. 
Following receipt of the Plan Commission's recommendation, the Common Council shall review and approve, approve conditionally, or deny the major amendment.
d. 
The Common Council shall state, in writing, its findings for approval or denial, as well as any conditions of approval.
E. 
Issuance of approval.
1. 
Recording of requirements. The applicant shall record with the Office of the La Crosse County Register of Deeds the legal description of the Medical Campus District and the conditions of approval which shall run with the land if any additional conditions are added to the Campus Master Plan. Said conditions shall not lapse or be waived as a result of any subsequent change in ownership or tenancy. Said conditions shall be deemed to be part of the building permit issued for any use or structure in the MC District.
2. 
Stop work. If after the approval of the MC District, any portion of the approved conditions or plans are not met, the Planning, Engineering, Inspection and/or Fire Departments may stop further construction of the development by posting a stop-work order and providing the applicant with written notice by certified mail within two working days of the stop-work order. Construction shall be halted until such time as the applicant has made the necessary corrections to comply with the approved plans.
A. 
Applicability. Subject to § 66.0217, Wis. Stats., as may be amended, an applicant may request to annex land into the City of Onalaska, provided that the land is contiguous to the City's municipal boundary.
B. 
Pre-application meeting. A pre-application meeting pursuant to Section 13.05.12D is required prior to submitting an application for annexation.
C. 
Submission. The application for anexation shall be filed on a state-designated form and follow the standards set forth in Section 13.05.12C and Table 13.05.11-1.
D. 
Review process.
1. 
Application distributed.
a. 
The Zoning Administrator shall review the application and refer it to applicable City staff for review.
b. 
The Zoning Administrator shall provide copies of the application to the applicable county and state agencies which shall have the opportunity to comment on the application.
2. 
Hearing on application. The Plan Commission shall hold a public hearing in accordance with Section 13.05.12J and Table 13.05.11-1.
3. 
Criteria for review. The City should approve applications for Annexation into the City of Onalaska only when meeting the following utilities and community facilities criteria, or if other important community goals are met:
a. 
The area proposed for annexation has access to or can be easily connected to areas already served by the City, thereby allowing efficient delivery of services, facilities and utilities.
b. 
The annexation is in an area designated for growth on the City's Future Land Use Map.
c. 
All public improvements, both off-site and on-site, necessary to serve the annexation area can be constructed and financed in accordance with City standards and policies, and in accordance with the goals and objectives within the Comprehensive Plan.
d. 
The annexation area can be developed in a timely manner so that the City does not invest in development costs without the timely return of necessary fees and taxes.
e. 
The increased tax base and overall benefits to the City of approving the annexation outweigh the actual financial impact on the community for providing police, fire, road maintenance and other public improvements and services to the annexation area.
4. 
Decision.
a. 
Following the public hearing, the Plan Commission shall review the application and recommend approval, conditional approval, or denial of the annexation and shall transmit the application along with its recommendations to the Common Council.
b. 
The Plan Commission may hold the matter in abeyance if there is incomplete or inadequate information.
c. 
Following receipt of the Plan Commission's recommendation, the Common Council shall review and approve, approve conditionally, or deny the annexation application.
d. 
The Common Council shall state, in writing, its findings for approval or denial, as well as any conditions of approval.
e. 
If an application for annexation has been denied by the Council, no person may again apply for the annexation of that parcel until the expiration of one year after the previous denial.
i. 
Such restriction shall not be applicable if the subsequent annexation is premised upon a proposed development and/or addresses the previously expressed concerns of the Plan Commission.
ii. 
Any request for annexation within the one-year limit shall be initially reviewed by the Plan Commission for compliance with this subsection. After such review, the Plan Commission shall determine whether a public hearing can be set for consideration of the application.
iii. 
A protest against annexation. In the event of protest against annexation, it shall result in the need for a 3/4 vote of the full Common Council membership for such annexation to be adopted.
E. 
Update map on file. The Zoning Administrator shall be responsible for updating the Zoning Map on file with any annexations approved.
A. 
Applicability.
1. 
The Common Council may change or add to the Official Map so as to establish the exterior lines of planned streets, highways, railroad rights-of-way and parkway corridors.
2. 
An amendment to the Official Map may be initiated by the Common Council, Plan Commission, or applicable City staff.
B. 
Review process.
1. 
Application distributed. The Zoning Administrator shall review the application and refer it to applicable City staff for review.
2. 
Decision.
a. 
Following the public hearing, the Plan Commission shall review the application and recommend approval, conditional approval, or denial of the map amendment and shall transmit the application along with its recommendations to the Common Council.
b. 
The Plan Commission may hold the matter in abeyance if there is incomplete or inadequate information.
c. 
Following receipt of the Plan Commission's recommendation, the Common Council shall review and approve, approve conditionally, or deny the amendment.
d. 
The Common Council shall state, in writing, its findings for approval or denial, as well as any conditions of approval.