(a) Review Considerations. The Planning Commission and Council shall, at minimum, determine the following before approving any proposed amendment:
(1) That the proposed amendment is in accordance with the basic intent and purpose of the Zoning Code.
(2) That the proposed amendment will further the long range planning goals of the City.
(3) That conditions have changed since the Zoning Code was adopted, or there was a mapping error of the Zoning Map, that justify the amendment.
(4) If a rezoning is requested, all requirements in the proposed zoning classification shall be complied with on the subject parcel(s).
(b) Planning Commission Recommendation: The Planning Commission shall have no more than 120 days from the date of referral of any amendment application to submit a written recommendation and report to Council approving, approving with modification, or disapproving the amendment requested. The report shall set forth the facts and circumstances that support the recommendation. (Ord. 0-15-4. Passed 2-19-15.)