A. Each decision of the Examiner shall be in writing and shall include findings and conclusions, based on the record, to support the decision.

B. The Examiner’s findings and conclusions shall set forth and demonstrate the manner in which the decision is consistent with, carries out and helps implement applicable state laws, the policies, objectives and goals of the comprehensive plan, the approval criteria, development standards and regulations of the land use and development code and the subdivision code, and other official laws, policies and objectives of the City.

C. The Examiner shall accord substantial weight to the recommendation of the Community and Economic Development Department. [Ord. 264 § 9, 2001; Ord. 13 § 16, 1995.]