Appendix 1205. Zoning permits.

1205.1. It is illegal for any person to begin construction of, or change the use of, a structure or any part of a structure without obtaining a zoning permit from the zoning enforcement officer.

1205.2. The zoning enforcement officer will not issue a zoning permit unless the plot plans, zoning specifications and intended use of the structure conform to the requirements of this ordinance. The application for a zoning permit must be accompanied by information sufficient to allow the zoning enforcement officer to act on the request.

1205.3. In cases where the applicant for a zoning permit appeals a decision of the zoning enforcement officer or applies for a variance from the provisions of the ordinance, the zoning enforcement officer will forward all information pertaining to the application to the zoning board of adjustment.

1205.4. Any zoning permit issued in accordance with this section will lapse and become invalid unless the work for which it was issued is started within six months of the date of issue or if the work authorized by it is suspended or abandoned for one year.