REYNOLDSBURG ZONING CODE amendment. N. An extension of the time limit may be approved by the Planning Commission. Such approval shall be given upon a finding of evidence of reasonable effort toward the accomplishment of the original development plan within the time limit, and that such extension is not in conflict with the general health, safety and welfare of the public or the development standards of this Code. SECTION 1109.25 APPEALS A. Any person directly affected by a decision of the Planning and Zoning Administrator or a notice or order issued under this Zoning Code shall have the right to appeal to the BZBA, provided that a written application for appeal is filed within fourteen (14) days after the day the decision, notice or order was served. An application for appeal shall be based on a claim that the true intent of this code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted or the provisions of this code do not fully apply. B. Unless otherwise provided in this Code, an applicant refused such approval, exception, certificate or variance shall appeal in writing to Council within thirty (30) days of the date of refusal by the BZBA. The Council shall set a date for a hearing on the appeal and render a decision on the appeal within thirty (30) days of the receipt of such written request. A resolution stating the decision of Council shall be introduced and passed at the next regular meeting following the hearing. SECTION 1109.27 VIOLATIONS; REMEDIES A. In the event of a violation of any provision of this Code, or imminent threat thereof, the City, or the owner of any contiguous or neighboring property who would be especially damaged by such violation, in addition to any other remedies provided by law, may institute a suit for injunction to prevent or terminate such violation. The City may file for a judgment for damages if the violation is deemed to have caused damages to the City. B. Unless otherwise provided in this Code, all zoning certificates, permits or other approvals granted by the Planning and Zoning Administrator, Planning Commission or BZBA, shall be valid for a period of one (1) year from date of approval by the BZBA or date of issue by the Planning and Zoning Administrator. C. Once a building permit is secured, a zoning certificate, permit or other approval shall be considered to expire when that building permit expires. D. Within that period, that applicant must complete the following for the proposed improvement: i. If required, submit a subsequent zoning application; ii. If required, secure a building permit; and iii. If no other permits are required, construct the proposed improvement. 203
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