§ 2.60.060. Rules.

The following procedures shall be followed by the hearing examiner, provided that the hearing examiner is granted the authority to prescribe such other rules and procedural matters as necessary to conduct a fair and timely hearing.

(a)

The hearing examiner shall ensure that:

(1)

Reasonable notice is given to the applicant and all interested parties of the date(s) for the hearing;

(2)

The hearing is conducted in general conformance with RCW 34.05.428 through RCW 34.05.452 as modified in the reasonable discretion of the hearing examiner; and

(3)

Cause a record of the proceedings to be maintained which shall constitute the basis for the decision or recommendation.

(b)

The hearing examiner shall issue a written decision including findings of fact and conclusions based upon the record within ten calendar days following the conclusion of the hearing and submission of all written materials, unless otherwise provided by law.

(c)

A copy of the hearing examiner's written decision or recommendation shall be transmitted by mail to the applicant and other parties of record, and filed with the city clerk.

(d)

The applicant and any person with legal standing may request reconsideration of the decision of the hearing examiner based an erroneous interpretation of law, an unlawful procedure, an erroneous application of law to fact or a failure to make a decision based upon substantial evidence. The written request for reconsideration shall be submitted to the city clerk within ten days of the date of the decision. The request shall set forth the specific errors or new information which should be considered by the hearing examiner. Thereafter, the examiner may make such orders and decision as reasonably necessary.

(e)

All decisions shall be shall be open to public inspection.

(Ord. No. W-48, § 7, 10-28-2014; Ord. No. V-77, § 10, 9-27-2011; Ord. No. U-1, § 1(part), 2005)