Adjustment Requirements and Application

What are adjustments and variances? 

Adjustments and variances are procedures to vary development standards normally applied to a particular zoning district. Adjustments are relatively minor modifications that apply only to individual lots and therefore cannot be used to vary development standards for lots created through a subdivision process. Variances on the other hand are a means of requesting a complete waiver or major adjustment to certain development standards or modifications through a subdivision process.

Where can I find the criteria under which adjustments and variances are reviewed? 

The criteria used to review adjustments and variances can be found in Chapter 17.66, Adjustments and Variances.