§ 62-342. Criteria to consider for conditional uses.

In reviewing, recommending, and acting upon applications for conditional uses, the land development officer, the planning commission and the county board of commissioners shall consider the following criteria for approval or disapproval as appropriate:

(1)

Access to the site is appropriate considering the anticipated volume of traffic resulting from the use.

(2)

The amount and location of open space and the provision of screening is such that buffering of incompatible uses is achieved.

(3)

Hours and manner of operation of the proposed use are not inconsistent with the adjacent of nearby uses.

(4)

Public facilities and utilities are capable of adequately serving the proposed use;

(5)

The proposed use will not have a significant adverse effect on the level of property values or the health, safety and general welfare and character of adjacent land uses or the general area;

(6)

The physical conditions of the site, including size, shape, topography and drainage, are suitable for the proposed development;

(7)

The proposed use is consistent with the goals and objectives of the comprehensive plan;

(8)

Whether all pertinent and applicable requirements of this Code, and all applicable state and federal laws have been met;

(9)

Any other factors deemed relevant to the land development officer, planning commission, or the county board of commissioners.

(Res. No. 05-56, § 12(App. A), 4-14-2005)