10-3-4 Building Permit, Zoning Clearance Permit Required
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A. Requirements; Building Permit: The Cache County Building Department issues building permits within and for River Heights City. Prior to applying for a building permit, however, the applicant must obtain a zoning clearance permit (ZCP) from the city.
B. Requirements; Zoning Clearance Permit: A Zoning Clearance Permit (ZCP) shall be required whenever the County Building Department requires a building permit. A Zoning Clearance Permit is also required for the following:
1. Any accessory structure;
2. Fences in the required setbacks;
3. Making a change in use of any land within the territory shown on the zone map, which has been adopted as a part of this title.
The ZCP is documentation that the applicant’s plans are in compliance with this title. If, for any reason, the applicant’s ZCP is denied, the zoning administrator shall explain the reason for denial, in writing, to the applicant. (Ord 1-2007, )
C. Moveable Structures: A Zoning Clearance Permit shall also be required for the moving and/or improvement of, remountable homes, manufactured homes and similar movable structures. Buildings must be completed within one year of receiving a permit. (1-2007, 3-27-07)