§ 1309. Criteria for consideration of comprehensive plan amendments.

The public development department, the planning commission, and the board of commissioners may consider the following criteria in evaluating comprehensive plan amendments filed by private property owners, giving due weight or priority to those factors particularly appropriate to the circumstances of the application:

(a)

The extent to which a change in the economy, land use or development opportunities of the area has occurred.

(b)

The extent to which the proposed character area and/or future land use designation is in compliance with the goals and policies of the comprehensive plan.

(c)

The extent to which the proposed designation would require changes in the provision of public facilities and services.

(d)

The extent to which the proposed designation would impact the public health, safety, and welfare.

(e)

The extent to which additional land area needs to be made available or developed for a specific type of use.

(f)

The extent to which area demographics or projections are not occurring as projected.

(Ord. No. 17-003 , § 1, 10-2-2017)