PD Recommendation Report (PL-USE-2023-000018)

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A. The granting of the proposed use shall be consistent with the general purpose of the zoned district, the intent and purpose of the Zoning Code and the County General Plan; B. The granting of the proposed use shall not be materially detrimental to the public welfare nor cause substantial adverse impact to the community's character or to surrounding properties; and C. The granting of the proposed use shall not unreasonably burden public agencies to provide roads and streets,sewers,water,drainage,school improvements,police and fire protection and other related infrastructure. The proposed church use meets the guidelines for approval of a Use Permit, for the reasons outlined below: The proposed use is consistent with the general purpose of the zoned district,the intent and purpose of the Zoning Code and the County General Plan. The intent and purpose of the Zoning Code is to promote health,safety,morals,or the general welfare of the community through regulations and restrictions relative to the location and use of buildings, off-street parking,the percentage of lots that may be occupied,the density of population and land for trade,industry,residence,or other purposes. The proposed use is situated within the State Land Use Urban district and County's Single Family Residential (RS-10) zoning district. The establishment of a church on the property is consistent with the purpose of the Zoning Code because churches can be permitted in the RS-10 zoning district and the State Land Use Urban district through the issuance of a Use Permit from the Planning Commission. The Use Permit process provides an avenue to review and analyze a proposed project on a case-by-case basis relative to infrastructure and impacts on surrounding properties and existing uses as well as the goals and policies of the General Plan. The proposed church will be developed in compliance with Zoning Code regulations related to building height, yard setbacks, off-street parking, and landscaping. Additionally, a church is considered a community use that will enhance the religious and charitable services of the community.The church will offer regular spiritual services, classes, and guidance to the surrounding community. The applicant will need to secure the necessary building permit(s) for any proposed -3-