Ordinances-2012-319

conditions of the specific property involved, a particular hardship to the owner would result, as distinguished from a mere inconvenience, if the strict letter of the regulations were carried out. 4) A variance may not be granted solely on the basis of the subdivider’s desire to earn a greater profit on the property. B) Conditions. In granting waivers and exceptions, the City Council may require such conditions as will, in its judgment, secure substantially the objectives of the standards or requirements of these regulations. C) Procedure for Waiver or Exception. A petition for any such variation or exception shall be submitted in writing by the developer at the time when the preliminary plat is filed. The petition shall state fully the grounds for the application and all of the facts relied upon by the petitioner. The petition shall be referred to the Planning and Zoning Commission for its review and recommendation prior to submission of the issue to the City Council. Amended by 2012-319 6.02 CHANGES AND AMENDMENTS Any provisions of these regulations may be changed and amended from time to time by the City Council, provided that such changes and amendments shall not become effective until after a public hearing has been held, public notice of which shall have been given as required by law. Such proposed amendments shall first be submitted to the Planning and Zoning Commission for study and recommendation before the hearing date is scheduled. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall forward its recommendation to the Council within thirty (30) days after the City Council requests the recommendation. The City Council shall then give notice of and hold a public hearing on the proposed amendment.