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P L A N N I N G & Z O N I N G I N F O R M AT I O N B R O C H U R E 1338 Rumsey Avenue - PO Box 2200 Phone: [PHONE REDACTED] Fax: [PHONE REDACTED] Web: www.cityofcody-wy.gov What is Planning and Zoning? How does it affect my building or development plans? How much does it cost? Is there a cost associated with an application to P&Z? Yes. Development fees are noted on each P&Z application for each type of project. You may also incur the cost of mailing, publication and/or copy fees. Is a building permit required for a sign? What is the cost? Yes. Once the Planning and Zoning Department or P&Z approves your sign plan, you must obtain a building permit from the Building Department prior to installation. The cost of the permit is based upon the value of your sign. Do I need a building permit or have to pay fees to put a fence around my property? Yes. There is a $15.00 charge for a fence permit. You must apply for a permit through the Building Department. It is the responsibil- ity of the property owner to ensure that the property lines are located correctly and that One Call of Wyoming is called for utility lo- cates before installing a fence. If you want to install a fence higher than 6’ on your property, you must submit an application to P&Z for approval and, if approved, obtain a building permit. Kim Borer—Chairman Rick Brasher —Vice Chairman Justin Lundvall Bud McDonald Jacob Ivanoff Mark Musser Bob Senitte Steve Miller—Council Liaison City of Cody Contacts Todd Stowell, AICP Planner [EMAIL REDACTED] Steve Payne, P.E. Public Works Director/City Engineer [EMAIL REDACTED] Utana Dye Certified Engineering Technician II [EMAIL REDACTED] Jolene Osborne, EIT Engineering Administrative Assistant [EMAIL REDACTED] Scott King, CBO Building Official [EMAIL REDACTED] Evan Bennett Assistant Building Inspector [EMAIL REDACTED] H/PW/Zoning/PZBoard/P&ZInfo/P&Z Info Brochure 2012 Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board Members CITY OF CODY CITY OF CODY ---PAGE BREAK--- P&Z Board Do I have to apply to P&Z if I want to build a new commercial building on an empty lot or an addition on an existing commercial building? Yes. Developers need to supply the City with plans of the layout of the building relative to the lot. The plans need to include elevation views of the building, along with a landscape plan. The board is looking for color, height of building, architectural compatibility, lighting and signage for the new development. Why is landscaping my commercial property so important? Do I have to do any landscaping at all? The P&Z considers landscaping an improvement to the property. As part of the Master Plan, the P&Z encour- ages landscaping to make commercial sites more visu- ally appealing. Landscaping minimizes the amount of weeds and stored items being placed in front of busi- nesses. It also gives the business a clean, neat look. May I operate a business in a Residential Zone? Do I need a Business License/Permit? Business licenses are not required by the City of Cody. You may run a business out of your home in residential zones, however, it must be exclusively run by the family members and cannot take up more than 50% of the home. There are some stipulations on signage, types of businesses and also guidelines for daycare facilities. The City zoning map and zoning regulations are avail- able on the City’s website or you may call the Planning and Zoning Department for additional information. What is the P&Z Board reviewing in my submittal? Building colors and materials, lighting, signage and landscaping plans. For signs, staff reviews color, height, size, lighting, materials and how it will be attached to the building. Common Questions Who is on the Planning and Zoning Board The Planning, Zoning, & Adjustment Board (P&Z) is comprised of seven voting members and one Council liaison member who are appointed by the Mayor and approved by the City Council for three year terms. The board members all have varied business backgrounds. What is the purpose of the Planning, Zoning & Ad- justment Board? To promote the health, safety and general welfare of the inhabitants of the city by lessening congestion in the streets, preventing overcrowding of land, avoiding un- due concentration of population, and facilitating the ade- quate provision of utilities, schools and parks in accor- dance with the Master Plan. What types of projects does the Planning & Zoning Board Review? The P&Z reviews and makes recommendations on many types of projects within the City Limits including the following: Commercial development, remodeling & landscap- ing projects; Major and minor subdivision developments and planned unit developments; Signing, lighting and remodels in the Downtown Architectural District; Zone change requests; Variance requests (i.e. for a fence over 6’ in height); Conditional use permits; and House moving projects. Is my business in the Downtown Architectural Dis- trict? Any property within the pink bounded area below is in the downtown architectural district. What types of businesses are allowed in the Down- town Area? The downtown area is, for the most part, in a D-2 Gen- eral Business Zone. The zoning regulations outline all the types of businesses allowed in this zone. To review the D-2 zone regulations you may view them at the City’s website noted below or call the Planning and Zoning Department with any questions you may have. Do I need to submit a plan to P&Z if I want to change siding, windows, signs or awnings on my building? Yes. The P&Z reviews any proposed changes you wish to make to the front or outside of your building. In addi- tion, if you propose to tear down a building within the Downtown Architectural District, you will need to submit a plan to the P&Z with a set of drawings showing what is proposed to replace the old building. What is required for a Submittal for P&Z? An architectural and landscape application available through the Planning and Zoning Department or the City website. A description of the project along with supporting documents (i.e. drawings or pictures). 1338 Rumsey Avenue - PO Box 2200 Phone: [PHONE REDACTED] Fax: [PHONE REDACTED] Web: www.cityofcody-wy.gov Downtown Architectural District