property owner changes the development and/or configuration on the property such that the variance that warranted the hardship no longer exists or is necessary.
ll. Vested Rights
Vested rights are allowed in accordance with the standards provided under aa. Site- Specific Vesting Plan of this Article.
mm. Zoning Compliance Letter
The zoning compliance letter (letter of zoning compliance or zoning verification letter) shall be required in accordance with this Article in order to ensure that proposed development complies with the zoning, use, and standards of the Land Development Ordinance and otherwise protects the public health safety and welfare of the citizens of the Town of Fuquay-Varina. (1) Letter Required . Where no site or subdivision plan is required by the Land Development Ordinance, a letter of zoning compliance shall be required for the following types of development, including but not limited to:
A. Fit-Ups . Fit-ups for shopping centers, office buildings, industrial buildings, commercial buildings, and other similar type uses.
B. Change of Use . Change of use within an existing building that does not require a building permit in accordance with Article B, or a site plan in accordance with this Article.
(2) Procedure . The procedure for requesting a letter of zoning compliance shall include the following:
A. Written Request . A request in writing shall be submitted to the Planning Department along with the applicable fee.
B. Review . The Planning Director shall review the request in accordance with the provisions of the Land Development Ordinance.
C. Approval. If the Planning Director finds that the written request complies with the standards of the Land Development Ordinance, a letter of zoning compliance shall be prepared and provided to the applicant. D. Denial . If the Planning Director recommends denial of the request, the applicant shall have 30 days from the date of denial to submit a corrected application. If a revised application is received, the Planning Director shall consider the
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