Some terms or phrases within the Code may have two or more reasonable meanings. This section provides a process for resolving differences in the interpretation of the Code text.
A. 
In interpreting and applying the provisions of this title, they shall be construed as the minimum requirement for the promotion of the public safety, health, and peace and general welfare. It is not intended by this title to interfere with or annul any other covenants or agreements between private parties. However, from the effective date of this Land Development Code, all divisions and development of land shall conform to this title. When this title imposes a greater restriction upon the use of buildings or premises or upon the height of the buildings, or requires larger space than is imposed or required by other codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, covenants or agreements, the provisions of this title shall govern.
B. 
No specific interpretation of this title where clear or objective standards may not exist, or any other discretionary conditions or requirements authorized by this title shall be applied either individually or collectively to deny any application which otherwise meets all stated standards contained in this title. Neither shall any discretionary conditions or requirements be applied to either individually or collectively provide an adverse or negative impact on cost and development time nor to prevent the maximum potential, residential densities or housing types which are permitted by the Comprehensive Plan or this title.
(Ord. 389 § 1(Exh. A), 2009; Ord. 427 § 1, 2012; Ord. 521 § 3, 2017)
A. 
Requests. A request for a Code interpretation shall be made by application to the Planning Official.
B. 
Decision to Issue Interpretation. The Planning Official shall advise the person making the inquiry in writing within 14 days after the request is made whether the Planning Official will make the interpretation.
C. 
Written Interpretation. If the City decides to issue an interpretation, it shall require the applicable fee and will be in writing and mailed or delivered to the person requesting the interpretation and any other person who specifically requested the interpretation. The written interpretation shall be issued within 14 days from the date of notification that an interpretation will be made (subsection B). The decision shall become effective 14 days later.
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Type I Procedure. Code interpretations shall be made using a Type I procedure under Section 16.61.020.
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Interpretations on File. The City shall keep on file a record of all Code interpretations.
(Ord. 389 § 1(Exh. A), 2009; Ord. 501 § 1, 2016; Ord. 521 § 3, 2017)