(a) The Zoning Hearing Board is hereby authorized to grant or deny special exceptions pursuant to the provisions of this Zoning Code. The Zoning Hearing Board shall hear and decide a request for a special exception in keeping with the purpose and intent of this Zoning Code. The Zoning Hearing Board may approve a special exception only if it meets the following standards and criteria:
(1) The use is compatible with adjacent uses and buildings or structures; and
(2) The use will not affect the uses of properties adjacent to and in the general area of the requested use; and
(3) The use will not be detrimental to public welfare; and
(4) The use is suited to the topography and other characteristics of the site.
(b) In addition to the above criteria, the Zoning Hearing Board may attach such reasonable conditions and safeguards to implement the purposes of this Zoning Code as it sees fit.
(Ord. 2210. Passed 4-21-97.)