A. When a use is not specifically listed in the zoning ordinance and does not appear to be covered by a general category, the city planner may make the finding that the use is permitted or allowed subject to the granting of a conditional use permit if the use is similar in nature and intensity to other uses listed.
B. It is further recognized that every conceivable use cannot be identified in this title, and anticipating that new uses will evolve over time, this establishes the city planner's authority to compare a proposed use and measure it against those listed in this title that are similar in nature and intensity in order to make a determination that the use is "similar" and may be permitted or allowed subject to the granting of a conditional use permit.
C. In determining "similarity" the city planner shall make all of the following findings:
1. The proposed use shall meet the intent of and be consistent with the goals, objectives and policies of the general plan;
2. The proposed use shall meet the stated purpose and general intent of the zone in which the use is proposed to be located;
3. The proposed use shall not adversely impact the public health, safety and general welfare of the city's residents; and
4. The proposed use shall share characteristics common with, and not be of greater intensity, density or generate more environmental impact, than those uses listed in the land use zone in which it is to be located. (Ord. 2017-01 (part), 2017: Ord. 9605 § 30 (part), 1996: prior code § 7209.1)