The following policy guidelines shall be followed by the Planning Commission concerning zoning amendments and no proposed zoning amendment shall receive favorable recommendation unless:
(a) The proposal will place all property similarly situated in the area in the same category, or in appropriate complementary categories.
(b) There is convincing demonstration that the uses permitted under the proposed district classification would be in the general public's interest and not merely in the interest of an individual or small group.
(c) There is convincing demonstration that the uses permitted under the proposed district classification would be appropriate in the area included in the proposed change.
(d) There is convincing demonstration that the character of the neighborhood will not be materially and adversely affected by the proposed change.
(e) The proposed change is in accord with the Comprehensive Plan of the Village of Doylestown, Ohio and sound planning principles.
(Ord. 98-12. Passed 4-7-98.)