9-301.070 - REQUIRED FINDINGS

Prior to approving an application for a Special Purpose Plan, the Board of Supervisors shall determine that the Special Purpose Plan is consistent with the General Plan, any applicable Master Plan, and any applicable Specific Plan and Public Financing Plan and must make the following findings:

(a)

Public Benefit. The proposed Special Purpose Plan will contribute to the public health, safety, and general welfare or will be of benefit to the public;

(b)

Plan Consistency. The proposed Special Purpose Plan is consistent with other adopted plans, unless concurrent amendments to those plans are also proposed and will result in consistency;

(c)

Site Suitability. The site is physically suitable for the type and intensity of the land use being proposed;

(d)

Infrastructure Improvements. Adequate transportation facilities, water supply, wastewater disposal services, and stormwater management facilities exist or will be provided in accordance with the conditions of approval to serve the proposed development; and the approval of the Special Purpose Plan will not result in a reduction of transportation service for any mode of travel or public services so as to be a detriment to public health, safety, or welfare;

(e)

Land Use Compatibility. The proposed Special Purpose Plan will not have a substantial adverse effect on surrounding land uses and will be compatible with the existing and planned land use character of the surrounding area as shown in the General Plan; and

(f)

Issuance Not Detrimental. The proposed Special Purpose Plan has been reviewed in compliance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act.

A Special Purpose Plan shall be adopted by resolution and may be amended as often as deemed necessary by the Board of Supervisors.