9677.5. - Action of the reviewing authority.

The reviewing authority shall approve a site plan if it makes all of the findings specified in these sections. In approving a site plan, the reviewing authority may impose any reasonable conditions it deems appropriate, including but not limited to, requiring the payment of fees to mitigate or avoid adverse impacts on the community; requiring special yards, open spaces, buffers, fences, and walls; requiring installation and maintenance of landscaping; requiring street dedications and improvements; regulating traffic circulation; regulating signs; regulating hours and methods of operation, controlling potential nuisances; and prescribing development schedules and development standards. The reviewing authority shall make the following findings before approving a site plan:

A.

That the proposed use is consistent with the objectives and provisions of this article and the purposes of the land use district in which the use is located;

B.

That the proposed use and the manner in which it will be operated or maintained will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or general welfare;

C.

That the proposed use shall not conflict with the character and design of the buildings and open space in the surrounding area;

D.

That the proposed use will comply with each of the applicable provisions of this chapter, except for approved variances or modifications;

E.

That the proposed use is consistent with the city's general plan;

That the proposed use preserves and enhances the particular character and assets of the surrounding area and its harmonious development.