§ 8.18. Variances.

8.18.1

There shall be two levels of variance: Warranted variances (warrants) and exceptional variances (exceptions).

8.18.2

Warrants permit a practice that is not consistent with a specific provision of this Code, but is justified by its intent (section 8.1) or by hardship. Warrants may be granted administratively through the director of planning and zoning.

8.18.3

Exceptions permit a practice that is not consistent with a provision nor the intent of this Code (section 8.1). Exceptions shall be granted only by the Cherokee County Zoning Board of Appeals.

8.18.4

The request for an exception shall not subject the entire application to public hearing, but only that portion necessary to rule on the issue under consideration.

8.18.5

Warrants and cxceptions shall be considered unique and shall not set precedent for others.

8.18.6

The following standards and requirements shall not be available for warrants or exceptions:

a.

The allocation ratios of each neighborhood zone.

b.

The maximum dimensions of traffic lanes.

c.

The required provision of alleys and rear lanes.

d.

The minimum residential densities.

e.

The permission to build ancillary apartments.

f.

The requirements of parking location.

(Ord. No. 2006-Z-004, 5-2-2006)