The purpose of this position is to conduct routine comprehensive examination of site plan reviews to ensure the new construction, alterations, and repairs of commercial and multi-family residential facilities to ensure compliance with the City Zoning Ordinances and Subdivision Regulations. This position also assists the Director/Zoning Administrator in the administration of Zoning Board of Appeals. Under general supervision, the position performs professional and clerical work related to plans review for the Planning & Zoning Department.

Conducts review of all commercial, industrial, and multi-family residential development plans and permit applications in accordance with the Zoning Ordinance. Draft correspondence and communicate with property owners, developers, applicants, and the general public about the development review process. Assist Zoning Administrator in the staffing of the Board of Zoning Appeals by meeting with applicants, preparing staff reports, and maintaining records and files.

Refers to zoning and subdivision regulations, policy and procedure manuals, computer manuals, City codes and ordinances, various government laws and regulations, directories, maps, plats, plans, tax records, studies, surveys, GIS, etc. Assists the Director/Zoning Administrator by meeting and working with developers and contractors to ensure developments are compliant with applicable zoning regulations. Answer questions from the public about the site plan review process, variance process, and ordinance. applicants, preparing staff reports, and maintaining records and files.