Zoning Plans Examiner - Cornwall, Canada - City of Cornwall

City of Cornwall

Verified Company

Cornwall, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Zoning Plans Examiner is responsible for the delivery of a range of technical and approval services related to the enforcement of the _Building Code Act_ and all applicable laws, particularly zoning and related development by‐laws, the _Development Charges Act_ and related by-laws, such as the Business License By-Law.

The Zoning Technician provides responsive, comprehensive, expert, and professional advisory services within set timeframes to various stakeholders such as; applicants, the building industry, legal representatives and professional consultants, the public, Division management and staff for all businesses, buildings and construction projects regulated by the _Building Code Act_ and the Ontario Building Code, or Business License By‐Law.

KEY DUTIES

Advise expertly on the interpretation and implications of the permitted uses and performance standards of the Zoning Bylaw, other landuse related By‐Law, and the Development Charges By‐Law.
Prepare clear and concise reports; write detailed reports and present technical information in formats conducive to various audiences
Review the performance standards set in the Zoning By-Law, including the calculations for the floor space index (FSI), provisions for nonconforming rights, permitted uses, parking requirements, restrictions for yards and building height and the related development approval processes.
Knowledge of various land use (provincial and local) legislations (i.e. the _Planning Act_, the _Heritage Act_, the _Development Charges Act_, the Zoning By-Law, and the Development Charges By‐Law.
Knowledge of various processes related to the land use, including processes related to the Committee of Adjustment and Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT).
Knowledge of reading, interpreting and evaluating technical drawings, reports, and approval letters, including architectural drawings, and site plans, etc.
Proficiency in utilizing computer software programs which meet the corporate standard; including municipal database and Geographic Information Systems mapping (GIS).
Ability to make verbal presentations.
Ability to research and review pertinent literature and Provincial Legislation, attend training workshops and seminars.
Understanding of municipal government structure and sensitivity to the role of municipal government as a regulatory body
On occasion and when required act as the Permit Technician and/or training technical staff.
Perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.