(1) All official actions of the board shall be subject to due notice and public hearing, as established by its rules. Any interested person may appear and be heard subject to procedure adopted by the board. The board may compel attendance at hearings by town officials.

(2) A report by the enforcement official may be required for the purpose of obtaining information as to the effect of a proposed variance upon the use, enjoyment, safety and value of the land and buildings nearby. Such report may contain other information on existing or pre-existing conditions relating to topography, geology, traffic, utilities, existing and proposed land use and factors pertaining to the comprehensive plan of the town. (Ord. 369 § 12(F), 1995)