Why do some uses require the approval of a Conditional Use Permit and how is that different from the zoning district requirements?
Some uses require additional review by the City before they can be permitted. Conditional Use Permits are usually required because the proposed use has the potential to have a significant impact on neighboring properties. The Conditional Use process ensures that the public has an opportunity to review and comment on the application. A Conditional Use Permit is an application process which has a public hearing before the Planning and Zoning Commission. The public hearing process for Conditional Use takes approximately three months from start to finish. The City will send notices to neighbors within 300-feet. This gives anyone who may be affected by the conditional use an opportunity to comment on the proposed use of the property. You may obtain information regarding Conditional uses in Section 29-12 of the City of Ruston’s Zoning Ordinance. The Conditional Use Permit Application Checklist will give the steps necessary to complete the process.
