The following criteria apply to transportation projects identified as conditional uses in the use zone:
(A) Transportation projects shall comply with the Transportation System Plan and applicable review criteria and standards of this chapter, and shall also be designed to:
(1) Minimize avoidable environmental impacts to identified wetlands, wildlife habitat, air and water quality, cultural resources and scenic qualities;
(2) Preserve or improve the safety and function of the facility through access management, traffic calming or other design features;
(3) Include provision for bicycle and pedestrian circulation as consistent with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan, Transportation System Plan (including the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan) and other applicable requirements of this chapter; and
(4) Be compatible with existing land use and social patterns, including noise generation, safety and zoning.
(B) For State projects that require an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) or Environmental Assessment (EA), the draft EIS or EA shall be reviewed and used as the basis for findings to comply with the criteria listed in this section.
(C) If review under this section indicates that the use or activity is inconsistent with the Transportation System Plan, the procedure for a plan amendment shall be undertaken prior to or in conjunction with the conditional permit review.
(Ord. 2009-01, passed - -2009)