Minor Projects include one of the following:
· Concept Plan - All new development plans where the applicant wishes to gain input from Planning Commission before engineering the project.
· Development Plan - All new site development plans and additions to existing developments that are not zoned PUD or Transition Overlay; these are engineered site development drawings.
· Conditional Use Permit - Public hearing process before the Planning Commission to allow conditionally permitted uses as indicated within each Zoning District (see the applicable Zoning District requirements in the Zoning Code for conditional uses).
· Determination of Similar Use - When a use is not specifically indicated as a permitted use within a particular Zoning District, but is very similar to a use that is specified as a permitted in the district, the applicant may apply for determination as similar use.
· Minor Modification to PUD or T-District - For when minor changes are proposed to an approved PUD Plan. Such changes may include changes to parking layout, building elevations, sign package, etc. Any variances requested from zoning code requirements for properties located in PUD and Transition Overlay Districts are considered minor revisions to the approved plan.
· Minor Improvements Requiring Planning Approval - Planning Commission must approve building elevation changes and color changes in PUDs, Transition Overlay Districts and the Springdale Route 4 Corridor Review District. Other improvements may include parking lot changes and sign approvals referred by the Chairman.
· Final Development Plan for PUD or T-District - Final detailed development plans for PUD Zoning Districts. Final plans may detail an entire project or may be submitted in phases as outlined in the approved Preliminary Plan.
If your project meets one of the above criteria and is considered a Minor Project, fill out and submit both documents listed below.
1. Planning / Zoning Application
2. Submission Requirements and Instructions for Minor Projects
Major Projects include one of the following:
· Zoning Text or Map Amendment - Rezoning of properties to all Zoning Districts, including PUDs and T-Districts.
· Preliminary Development Plan for PUD or T-District - New site development plans and additions to existing developments that are zoned PUD or Transition Overlay; these are engineered site development drawings.
· Major Modification to Development Plan - When significant changes are made to a development plan previously approved by the Planning Commission, including to PUDs or T-Districts. Significant changes may include items such as changes of use, new buildings or additions.
If your project meets one of the above criteria and is considered a Major Project, fill out and submit both documents listed below.
2. Submission Requirements and Instructions for Major Projects
Note: All requested information, signatures, documentation, and copies are required when submitting application documents. Incomplete or late packets will not be accepted. Variances in Districts other than PUD and Transition Overlay Districts are reviewed by The Springdale Board of Zoning Appeals.