In passing upon such applications for variances, the Board of Aldermen shall consider all technical data and evaluations, all relevant factors, standards specified in other sections of this chapter, and the following criteria:
(A) The danger to life and property due to flood damage;
(B) The danger that materials may be swept onto other lands to the injury of others;
(C) The susceptibility of the proposed facility and its contents to flood damage and the effect of such damage on the individual owner;
(D) The importance of the services provided by the proposed facility to the community;
(E) The necessity to the facility of a waterfront location, where applicable;
(F) The availability of alternative locations, not subject to flood damage, for the proposed use;
(G) The compatibility of the proposed use with existing and anticipated development;
(H) The relationship of the proposed use to the comprehensive plan and floodplain management program for that area;
(I) The safety of access to the property in times of flood for ordinary and emergency vehicles;
(J) The expected heights, velocity, duration, rate of rise and sediment transport of the floodwaters, if applicable, expected at the site; and
(K) The costs of providing governmental services during and after flood conditions, including maintenance and repair of public utilities and facilities such as sewer, gas, electrical, and water systems; streets; and bridges.
(Ord. 11-006, passed 4-5-2011)