Administrative Appeal Any person can appeal an administrative decision to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Show Less Show More Architectural Review Architectural review is required for most multi-family projects and institutional, commercial and industrial buildings to ensure applicable design standards are met to encourage high-quality development. Show Less Architectural review is required for most multi-family projects and institutional, commercial and industrial buildings to ens... Show More Backyard Chickens A permit issued by the Zoning Administrator is needed for backyard chickens. Show Less Show More Bee Keeping A permit issued by the Zoning Administrator is needed for keeping of bees. Show Less Show More Code Amendment The City can amend the zoning text and map (rezoning). Show Less Show More Code Interpretation A code interpretation is a formal determination for how a provision in the zoning code is applied in general terms or in a particular situation. Show Less A code interpretation is a formal determination for how a provision in the zoning code is applied in general terms or in a pa... Show More Conditional Use A conditional use is a land use that is not automatically allowed in a particular zoning district, but may be allowed following a case-by-case review and determination. Show Less A conditional use is a land use that is not automatically allowed in a particular zoning district, but may be allowed followi... Show More Conversion of a Nonconforming Use The conversion of a nonconforming use to another nonconforming use may be allowed so long as the proposed use is less nonconforming. Show Less The conversion of a nonconforming use to another nonconforming use may be allowed so long as the proposed use is less nonconf... Show More Planned Development District - Final A final development plan is the second and final step of establishing a planned development district. Show Less Show More Planned Development District - General A general development plan is the first step of establishing a planned development district. Show Less Show More Registration of Nonconforming Use Registration of a nonconforming use establishes (i) when the use was first established; (ii) that the use was established consistent with the rules and regulations in effect at the time, if any; (iii) that the use has operated continuously, without cessation of more than 12 continuous months; and (iv) the nature of the use. Show Less Registration of a nonconforming use establishes (i) when the use was first established; (ii) that the use was established con... Show More Site Plan Site plan review is required for most commercial and industrial projects and for many conditional uses. The overall design of the site is the primary focus along with the operating characteristics of the business. Show Less Site plan review is required for most commercial and industrial projects and for many conditional uses. The overall design of... Show More Special Exception A special exception allows for a minor deviation from a generally applicable development standard. Show Less Show More Telecommunication - Class 1 Collocation and New Tower New telecommunication towers and collocations that constitute a substantial modification are subject to public review. Show Less Show More Telecommunication - Class 2 Collocation A Class 2 collocation is not a substantial modification and is therefore not subject to public review. Show Less Show More Temporary Use Permit The Zoning Administrator is authorized to approve various temporary uses as listed in the zoning code. Show Less Show More Variance A property owner can submit a variance application seeking approval to not follow one or more standard in the zoning code. Show Less Show More Wind Energy System Review forthcoming Show Less Show More Zoning Permit A zoning permit is required of most kinds of projects. When a zoning permit is required, all other required reviews must occur first. Zoning permits are reviewed by the zoning administrator. Show Less A zoning permit is required of most kinds of projects. When a zoning permit is required, all other required reviews must occu... Show More Zoning verification letter A zoning verification letter provides information about the current zoning status of a specific property. Show Less Show More

Affidavit of Correction An affidavit of correction is a legal instrument that is used to correct or otherwise modify a subdivision plat or certified survey map (CSM). The City must approve any changes relating to areas dedicated to the public or any restrictions for the public benefit. Show Less An affidavit of correction is a legal instrument that is used to correct or otherwise modify a subdivision plat or certified ... Show More Condominium Plat A condominium plat is used to create a condominium where owners own specific units and share ownership of the common elements. Show Less A condominium plat is used to create a condominium where owners own specific units and share ownership of the common elements... Show More Minor Land Division A certified survey map (CSM) is a map that is generally used to create fewer than 5 lots. A CSM can also be used to merge two adjoining lots or modify adjoining lot lines. Show Less A certified survey map (CSM) is a map that is generally used to create fewer than 5 lots. A CSM can also be used to merge two... Show More Subdivision - Final Plat A final subdivision plat shows the proposed/approved layout of lots in a subdivision. Once recorded at the county's register of deeds office the lots are legally created. Show Less A final subdivision plat shows the proposed/approved layout of lots in a subdivision. Once recorded at the county's register ... Show More Subdivision - Preliminary Plat A preliminary subdivision plat is a map showing the layout of a proposed subdivision and other required information that is submitted for purposes of review and approval. Show Less A preliminary subdivision plat is a map showing the layout of a proposed subdivision and other required information that is s... Show More

Annexation An annexation removes land from a town and transfers it to a city or village. Show Less Show More Comprehensive Plan Amendment The comprehensive plan describes the City's overall vision for growth and development. It may be amended from time to time to reflect new challenges or opportunities. Show Less The comprehensive plan describes the City's overall vision for growth and development. It may be amended from time to time to... Show More Raze Permit A raze permit allows a property owner to demolish an existing building, in whole or in part, on their property. Show Less Show More Vacating a Street, Alley, or other Public Way Upon petition, the City can vacate land that was dedicated to for public purposes. Show Less Show More