20.20.06 DETERMINATION

The Planning Commission may permit a conditional use permit to be issued in any Zone in which the conditional use is allowed by the Town Zoning Ordinance, including Appendix A. The Planning Commission shall consider the information provided by the applicant, information provided by the Town Staff, and any statements made at the public hearing, whether for and against the application, in making its determination. The Planning Commission shall approve, approve with conditions, or deny the application. The Planning Commission shall consider the following general factors in making a determination on a Conditional Use Permit application: 1. The proposed use is consistent with the general objectives of the general plan, development code, subdivision ordinance, any other Town ordinances, and the other requirements for the particular zone in which the request is located. 2. The proposed use is consistent with existing uses on the neighboring parcels and will not be detrimental to the economics and aesthetics of the neighboring parcels. 3. The proposed use will not be detrimental to the health, safety or general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity, cause undue harm to the environment, or injurious to property or improvements in the vicinity when consideration is given to the character and size of the use. 4. The proposed site is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the intended use, and that all requirements for the Zone, including but not limited to setbacks, walls, landscaping and buffer yards are met. 5. The proposed site has adequate access to public streets to carry the type and quantity of traffic which may be generated by the use, and that on-site circulation is adequate to permit driveways, parking, pedestrian ways, and loading requirements in a manner which is safe and efficient. In approving any conditional use, the Planning Commission shall impose such requirements and conditions as are reasonable and necessary for the protection of adjacent properties and the public welfare. The Planning Commission must make the following findings prior to approving a Conditional Use Permit: 1. The proposed use is consistent with the policies of the Genola Town General Plan and the purpose of the Zone in which the site is located. 2. The proposed use of the particular location is desirable to provide a service or facility which will contribute to the general well-being of the community and the neighborhood. 3. The proposed use will not be detrimental to the health, safety or general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity, cause undue harm to the environment, or injurious to property or improvements in the vicinity when consideration is given to the character and size of the use. 4. The proposed location is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the intended use and all requirements for the Zone (such as yard requirements, lot coverage, etc) are met. Adequate conditions or stipulations have been incorporated into the approval of the Conditional Use Permit to ensure that any detrimental effects are minimized.