The purpose of this chapter and Chapter 16.132 is to describe general requirements and criteria to be considered in reviewing an application for an amendment to the provisions of this title. An amendment may be made to the text of the code or to the zoning maps in either a legislative or quasi-judicial manner as follows:
A. Legislative amendments may be initiated only by the planning commission or city council.
B. Quasi-judicial amendments may be initiated by the planning commission, city council, or by the owner of the affected property or their agent and shall be in accordance with the application procedure specified in Section 16.132.010. All quasi-judicial amendments shall be subject to the public hearing requirements pursuant to Sections 16.132.020 through 16.132.090. (Prior code § 10.800)