§ 9.7. Permit application procedure.

9.7-1  Application. Application for a home occupation permit shall be made to the Cherokee County Planning Department on a form provided by the department. The zoning administrator will make a decision and notify the applicant in writing within 15 calendar days of the date the application is received.

9.7-2  Scope. In cases where the planning department considers the application not within the scope of the home occupation criteria, the application will be denied.

9.7-3  Time limit. All home occupation permits shall be valid for a period of one year from initial date of approval.

9.7-4  Voiding of permit. The planning department may void any home occupation permit for noncompliance with the criteria set forth in this article. Revocation may take place at any time prior to expiration date of the permit. If the permit is revoked or is not renewed, it becomes null and void, and said use shall be terminated.

9.7-5  Appeal. The decision of the planning department concerning approval or revocation shall be final unless a written appeal is filed with the zoning board of appeals within ten calendar days of the decision. An appeal may only be filed by the applicant or persons residing within 300 feet of the subject property.

9.7-6  Renewal. Home occupation permits shall be renewed annually provided there has not been any violation of the provisions of this article. Requests for renewal shall be submitted to the planning department in writing, accompanied by the prevailing renewal fee, one month prior to expiration of the permit.