A Minor Development Permit Process exists and can be used if:

a. The application is for a Temporary Use Permit (TUP).

b. The application is for new construction that does not exceed 600 square feet of building area, or 20 percent of existing floor area, whichever is less; and
  (1) Does not change the essential character of the existing development on the site; and
  (2) Does not involve a change in use that would require a Specific Use Permit (SUP).

c. The application is for renovation of an existing building under 5,000 square feet or of a site under 20,000 square feet that:
  (1) Does not change the essential character of the existing development;
  (2) Does not increase the building height, floor area, or non-permeable coverage by more than 20 percent; and
  (3) Does not involve a change in use that would require a Specific Use Permit (SUP).

d. The application is for renovation of a building which is located in an area of the site that is not now, and in the foreseeable future will not be, visible by the general public.

A Minor Development Permit is approved by the Director after review of all of the materials and the application form. The approval or denial of a Minor Development Permit by the Director, with or without conditions, can be appealed to the Development Permits and Appeals Board.