This model ordinance is intended to amend a jurisdiction’s existing zoning code. A city or county that adopts some or all of its provisions must consider where they would best fit into its existing code, and must cross-reference appropriate existing provisions that stipulate the means of enforcing zoning ordinances, as well as provisions concerning notification, fines and penalties; issuance, denial, suspension, and revocation of a conditional use permit; appeals of conditional use permit denials and other administrative and quasi-judicial decisions; and so forth.

You can also download the Land Use Ordinance Checklist, which highlights key policy options available in the ordinance.