1. Verify the information submitted by the applicant;

2. Evaluate the project area and vicinity for critical areas;

3. Determine whether the proposed project is likely to impact the functions or values of critical areas; and

4. Determine if the proposed project adequately addresses the impacts and avoids impacts to the critical area associated with the project.

1. Require a critical areas report from the applicant that has been prepared by a qualified professional;

2. Review and evaluate the critical areas report. The city shall utilize third party review whenever it is deemed necessary by the director;

3. Determine whether the development proposal conforms to the purposes and performance standards of this chapter;

4. Assess the potential adverse impacts to the critical area and determine if they can be avoided or minimized; and

5. Determine if any mitigation proposed by the applicant is sufficient to protect the functions and values of the critical area and public health, safety, and welfare concerns consistent with the goals, purposes, objectives, and requirements of this chapter. (Ord. 2010 § 1 (Exh. B), 2009; Ord. 1946 § 3, 2005).