§ 2-510. Duties of the commission.

(a)

The design review commission is the reviewing authority for matters relating to signs and the issuance of sign permits under Chapter 6-25.

(b)

The commission is the reviewing authority:

(1)

For exterior changes to an existing building or parking lot; and

(2)

When design review is required as a condition of approval, unless such authority is delegated by ordinance to the planning director; and

(3)

For a two-story structure or second story as provided under Chapter 6-19; and

(4)

For development of property in a low density residential district as set forth in Section 6-7172.

(c)

The commission shall hear each appeal of a planning director's decision as provided in Section 6-280.

(d)

The commission may conduct study sessions on the aesthetic aspects of any application at the request of the applicant or upon referral from the planning commission or planning director. When such session is held, the commission's role is advisory and it shall provide a written report to the planning commission.

(e)

The commission shall advise the staff, planning commission and city council on matters relating to aesthetics and the physical appearance of the city, and perform other duties as directed by the city council.

(f)

The commission shall adopt standards and procedures for the administration of Chapter 6-2, Article 5, and Chapter 6-25 of this code and to implement its other duties.

(Ord. 427 § 1 (part), 1994)