Listing Summary

Interprets and applies applicable municipal, county and state codes, ordinances, regulations, standards, specifications, policies and procedures pertaining to planning, zoning, land development and land use; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations. Provides information and technical assistance to citizens, property owners, land developers, contractors, architects, staff members, or other individuals/agencies regarding zoning issues, codes/ordinances, building permits, plan reviews, procedures, forms, or other issues; responds to routine questions or complaints; researches problems and initiates problem resolutions; meets with customers as requested.

Job Summary:

Interprets and applies applicable municipal, county and state codes, ordinances, regulations, standards, specifications, policies and procedures pertaining to planning, zoning, land development and land use; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations. Provides information and technical assistance to citizens, property owners, land developers, contractors, architects, staff members, or other individuals/agencies regarding zoning issues, codes/ordinances, building permits, plan reviews, procedures, forms, or other issues; responds to routine questions or complaints; researches problems and initiates problem resolutions; meets with customers as requested.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree AND

Two (2) years’ experience in planning, zoning or code enforcement

 

Major Duties:

· Manages the process of rezoning, conditional-use/special-use permits and variance applications.

· Interprets local, state, and federal regulations and ordinances and determines regulatory limitations on projects.

· Reviews and recommends development proposals for compliance with various development regulations with principles and practices of effective planning and land use; approves subdivision plats for recording.

· Writes, updates, and revises local zoning, development code, other ordinances and staff reports.

· Attends meetings, seminars, and training sessions, zoning conferences, to remain knowledgeable of zoning-related subjects.

· Participates in public hearings and public meetings relative to zoning applications and/or policy decisions.

· Prepare and present petitions at Planning Commission meetings, and Zoning Board of Appeals meetings.

· Performs other related duties, as assigne