§ 62-4424. Review criteria.

(a)

If the director determines that the proposed land alteration activity does not meet the requirements of this section or the mandatory requirements of sections 62-4396, 62-4397, 62-4398 and 62-4399, or the proposed activity is deemed incompatible with existing or planned land uses, then the land alteration permit shall be denied.

(b)

At a minimum, the following factors shall be considered during the review of a land alteration permit application. However, the criteria outlined within subsection (b)(1) of this section shall only be considered within the land alteration permit review process when a project does not require a conditional use permit.

(1)

The compatibility of the proposed land alteration with existing and planned land uses as stipulated in the county comprehensive plan. In making a determination of compatibility, the director shall consider the mandatory requirements of sections 62-4396, 62-4397, 62-4398 and 62-4399, as well as the following items:

a.

The nature of existing and planned land uses.

b.

The nature of surrounding land uses.

c.

The size of the proposed land alteration.

d.

The effect of increased truck traffic generation on existing and planned land uses.

e.

The proximity to residences, schools, hospitals and recreation areas, such as parks and playgrounds.

f.

Cumulative impacts of all permitted land alterations within one mile of the proposed land alteration.

(2)

Negative impacts to resources of particular concern. Alteration resulting in negative impacts to resources of particular concern shall be cause for denial of the land alteration permit.

(3)

Application for and receipt of applicable federal, state or other local government permits. If federal, state or other permits have not been received, the land alteration permit shall be conditional upon receipt of applicable permits.

(Code 1979, § 14-112.5)