[R.O. 2011 §405.180; Ord. No. 10-6 §1, 3-8-2010]
Applications for zoning amendments, special use permits, or variances for a landmark or structures within a Historic District shall be referred to the HPC by the Planning Department at least fifteen (15) days prior to the date of the public hearing set by the Planning and Zoning Commission or the Board of Adjustment. The HPC may review these applications using any format which it deems appropriate provided, however, that the applicant shall be notified of the time and place of such review and shall be given the opportunity to appear and be heard. Within fifteen (15) days after receipt of said application, the HPC shall forward its comments to the Planning Department for presentation to the Planning and Zoning Commission for their consideration in reviewing the application.