After the conclusion of the hearing on the application for a variance, it may be granted, in whole or in part, and subject to such conditions, limitations and guarantees as may be specified pursuant to Section 17.54.110, if from the information presented with the application and at the hearing it is found that the circumstances are as specified in Section 17.54.080, and otherwise the application shall be denied.

    Where for any reason the board of zoning adjustments is unable to take an action on an application, the planning director has the power to transfer the application to the planning commission, who shall then receive, hear, and decide such applications as specified in Section 17.54.080. (Ord. 2004-61 § 1 (part): prior gen. code § 8-93.2)