Land Use Hearings

Be informed . . .
Review the proposal, the staff report, applicable provisions of the ordinance and comprehensive plan. Learn the criteria used to consider the proposal’s merits, or other pertinent material. 

Be on time . . .
Although the item you are interested in may not be first on the agenda, you never know when it will be heard. The governing body has authority to adjust the schedule according to its discretion. Thus, anticipate attending from the beginning.

Speak to the point . . .
The governing body appreciates pertinent, well organized, and concise comments. Redundant testimony is discouraged and each individual is given 3 minutes to comment. Long stories, abstract complaints, or generalities may not be the best use of time.

If you don’t wish to speak, write . . .
At most hearings, previously submitted written testimony has been reviewed by the governing body before the meeting. It is unreasonable to submit extensive written comments or information at the hearing and expect them to be reviewed prior to a decision. All materials should be submitted to the Development Services Department by the materials deadline. If the materials deadline is on a weekend or holiday, it will move to close of business 5pm the next business day.

If you require special accommodations, please contact us at 454-7458 at least two weeks prior to the hearing so that arrangements can be made.