A. Request. A request for reasonable accommodation in the application of land use and zoning regulations may be made by a disabled person, his or her representative, or a developer or provider of housing for individuals with disabilities. A request for reasonable accommodation may include a modification or exception to the siting, development, and use of housing or housing related facilities that would eliminate regulatory barriers. A reasonable accommodation cannot waive a requirement for a minor use permit or conditional use permit when otherwise required or result in approval of uses otherwise prohibited by the city’s land use and zoning regulations.

B. Assistance. If an applicant needs assistance in making the request, the planning division will endeavor to provide the assistance necessary to ensure that the process is available to the applicant.

C. Balancing Rights and Requirements. The city will attempt to balance the privacy rights and reasonable request of an applicant for confidentiality with the land use requirements for notice and public hearing, factual findings, and rights to appeal in the city’s request for information, considering an application, preparing written findings, and maintaining records for a request for reasonable accommodation. (Ord. 1650 § 3 (Exh. B), 2018)