Recommendations and decisions on a text or map amendment shall be based on consideration of the following criteria. Not all criteria may be applicable in each case, and each case shall be determined on its own facts.
(a) Whether the proposed amendment corrects an error or meets the challenge of some changing condition, trend, or fact since the time that the original text or map designations were established;
(b) Whether the proposed amendment is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan or other applicable city plans;
(c) Whether the proposed amendment is consistent with the purpose of this Zoning Ordinance;
(d) Whether, and the extent to which, the proposed amendment addresses a demonstrated community need;
(e) Whether the proposed amendment will protect the health, safety, morals, and general welfare of the public;
(f) Whether the proposed amendment will result in significant mitigation of adverse impacts on the natural environment, including air, water, noise, storm water management, wildlife, and vegetation;
(g) Whether the proposed amendment will ensure efficient development within the City; and
(h) Whether the proposed amendment will result in a logical and orderly development pattern. (Ord. 2020-4053. Passed 1-7-21.)