Overview:  The links and pages provided here are intended to illustrate and document the development review process.  Information provided here is principally related to Title 18 - Zoning Code, however, information is also provided regarding related code provisions such as Title 17 - Annexation and  Title 16 - Subdivision of Land.

Information is also provided regarding the Development Review Team which is comprised of the City's professional staff.  The DRT is charged with reviewing development applications and making recommendations to the Development Services Director, the Planning Commission and the City Council who make final decisions regarding specific development applications. 

An overview flow chart is provided to illustrate the major steps and decision points associated with the development review process.  This chart is intended to only provide a generalized view of the process.  More detailed flow charts are provided within the links to application forms and checklist links.  These detailed flow charts provide more information regarding review authorities involved in recommending and approving the various applications, as well as variance or appeal procedures associated with specific applications. 

Project Check-in Procedure:  The Current Planning Division has established a project check-in and initial review procedure to ensure the completeness of projects and help speed the review process.  Development applications and submittals are due each Tuesday by noon.  That afternoon, the Current Planning Administrative staff and DRT members review applications and submittal packages to make sure they are complete and contain all of the required information.  If applications are found to not be complete, the applicant is notified quickly and must then revise and resubmit their application.  By ensuring that the submittal is complete when submitted, this step avoids the delay of the project going through a complete review cycle before being found to be insufficient.  Applicants have the opportunity to quickly revise and resubmit their submittal.

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