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A quasi-judicial zone or plan change may be initiated only by the application(s) of the owner(s) or authorized agent of the subject property.

A. An application for a quasi-judicial zone or plan change shall be submitted to the City Planning Department. The application shall include

1. The applicable fee.

2. A statement by the applicant explaining the proposed zone or plan change, including existing zoning and proposed zoning.

3. The tax map of the area being considered for a zone or plan change, indicating boundaries, existing zoning, and existing comprehensive plan designation;

4. A copy of a document showing ownership of the subject property, and if the applicant is not the owner, a letter of authorization from the owner;

5. A vicinity map showing the subject property and the surrounding parcels, together with their current zoning;

6. The reason(s) for requesting the zone change;

7. Existing site conditions, including but not limited to: topography, public facilities and services, natural hazards, natural areas, open space, scenic and historic areas, transportation, and present use of the site;

8. An explanation of how the zone change complies with the Comprehensive Plan and criteria in this chapter;

9. A statement of the potential effect(s) of the zone or plan change on the site; and

10. If an exception to a goal is required, applicant shall submit documentation establishing compliance with Oregon Revised Statute ORS 197.732 and any applicable Oregon Administrative Rules.

B. The Planning Director shall schedule at least one (1) public hearing on the application for zone or plan changes before the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission shall forward its recommendation to the City Council, which shall approve, approve with conditions, or deny the application.

C. The application shall not be approved unless the proposed zone or plan change would be in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan and the criteria set forth in this chapter.

D. Hearings under this chapter may be held only after required notification and shall be conducted in conformance with the Review Procedures (Chapter 17.09).