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• " Strive for diversity and stability in its economic system. • Provide an economic environment that allows new,expanded, or improved economic opportunities that are compatible with the County's cultural,natural and social environment. • Strive for an economic climate that provides its residents an opportunity for the choice of occupation. • Strive for diversification of the economy by strengthening existing industries and attracting new endeavors. Land Use Element • Designate and allocate land uses in appropriate proportions and mix and in keeping with the social, cultural, and physical environments of the County. • Zone urban- and rural-types of uses in areas with ease of access to community services and employment centers and with adequate public utilities and facilities. • Allocate appropriate requested zoning in accordance with the existing or projected needs of neighborhood, community,region and County. • Encourage the development and maintenance of communities meeting the needs of its residents in balance with the physical and social environment. • Zoning requests shall be reviewed with respect to General Plan designation, district goals,regional plans, State Land Use District, compatibility with adjacent zoned uses,availability of public services and utilities, access and public need. Land Use—Commercial Development • Provide for commercial developments that maximize convenience to users. • Provide commercial developments that complement the overall pattern of transportation and land usage within the island's regions, communities and neighborhoods. • The development of commercial facilities should be designed to fit into the locale with minimal intrusion while providing the desired services. Appropriate infrastructure and design concerns shall be incorporated into the review of such developments. • Commercial facilities shall be developed in areas adequately served by necessary services, such as water,utilities, and transportation systems. 5) General Plan designation: The proposed change of zone request conforms to the General Plan Land Use Pattern Allocation Guide (LUPAG)Map which designates the area for Medium Density Urban Development. 5) Zoning: The zoning designation for the subject property is Single Family Residential ten thousand square feet(RS-10). Properties adjacent and to the south and east 3