§ 19.28.010. Purpose.

(a)

When, because of special circumstances applicable to property, including size, shaped topography, location or surroundings, the strict application of the zoning ordinance deprives such property of privileges enjoyed by other property in the vicinity and under identical zoning classification, the commission upon verified application by a property owner, agent, or by a lessee shall initiate proceedings for the granting of a variance from the provisions of this title under such conditions as may be deemed necessary to ensure that the intent and purpose of this title and the General Plan upon which it is based will be observed; and that the health, safety, and public welfare be secured; that substantial justice be done, not only to the applicant, but to the applicant who might be affected by the variance.

(b)

A variance shall not be construed as an amendment to this title or cause the maps which are part of this title to be changed.

(c)

Variances may not be granted to allow for nonpermitted land uses.

(Ord. No. 934-2015, § 19.28.010, 7-20-2015)