§ 1340. Standards for rezoning decisions.

The planning commission and the board of commissioners should consider the following standards for any rezoning proposal, giving due weight or priority to those factors that are appropriate to the circumstances of each proposal:

(a)

Is the proposed use consistent with the stated purpose of the zoning district that is being requested?

(b)

Is the proposed use suitable in view of the zoning and development of adjacent and nearby property?

(c)

Will the proposed use not adversely affect the existing use or usability of adjacent or nearby property?

(d)

Is the proposed use compatible with the goals, objectives, purpose and intent of the comprehensive plan?

(e)

Are there substantial reasons why the property cannot or should not be used as currently zoned?

(f)

Will the proposed use not cause an excessive or burdensome use of public facilities or services, including but not limited to streets, schools, water or sewer utilities, and police or fire protection?

(g)

Is the proposed use supported by new or changing conditions not anticipated by the comprehensive plan or reflected in the existing zoning on the property or surrounding properties?

(h)

Does the proposed use reflect a reasonable balance between the promotion of the public health, safety, morality, or general welfare and the right to unrestricted use of property?

(Ord. No. 17-003 , § 1, 10-2-2017)