1. In its review of an administrative appeal, the Planning Commission, or Design Review Board, as the case may be, shall consider the purpose and intent, as well as the letter, of the pertinent provision, and shall affirm, modify, or reverse the staff’s determination or interpretation.

2. In case the applicant or other interested person is not satisfied with the action of the Planning Commission or Design Review Board, as the case may be, the applicant or said person may, within seven days after such action, appeal in writing to the City Council.

1. In its review of an appeal from the Planning Commission, or Design Review Board, as the case may be, the City Council shall consider the purpose and intent, as well as the letter, of the pertinent provision, and shall affirm, modify, or reverse the Planning Commission or Design Review Board determination or interpretation. The decision of the City Council shall be final.

2. The City Council shall render its decision within 30 days of the hearing of the appeal, except that this time limit may be extended by mutual agreement of the City Council and the applicant. (Ord. 1111, 2018)