A. Any decision on a reasonable accommodation request may be appealed to the city council, which appeal must be received by the city within ten calendar days of the issuance of a written decision.

B. The appeal shall be in writing and shall include a statement of the grounds for appeal, and be accompanied by a fee established by resolution of the city council. If an individual needs assistance in filing an appeal, the city shall provide assistance to ensure the appeals process is accessible.

C. The city council shall hear the matter de novo, and shall render a determination as soon as reasonably practicable, but in no event later than sixty calendar days after an appeal has been filed. All determinations shall address and be based upon the same findings required to be made in the original determination from which the appeal is taken.

D. The city shall provide notice of an appeal hearing to the applicant, adjacent property owners, and any other person requesting notification at least ten calendar days prior to the hearing. The council shall announce its findings within forty calendar days of the hearing, unless good cause exists for an extension. The decision shall be mailed to the applicant and to any other person who requests notice at the time of the hearing. The council’s action shall be final. (Ord. 2022-03 § 3 (Exh. A), 2022)