A. For nonexempt actions, the procedural requirements of SEPA, the SEPA rules and this chapter shall be completed prior to the city’s issuance of a license, permit or other approval, prior to the city committing to a particular course of action, or prior to the city making a decision that would either have adverse environmental impacts or limit the choice of reasonable alternatives.

B. A final decision on a nonexempt action for which a DNS has been issued or EIS has been required shall not be made until after expiration of the environmental appeal period if not appealed or, if appealed, shall not be made until the decision on the appeal becomes final. (Ord. 4840 § 1, 1996.)