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Staff Report -PC#0074-21 11/15/2021 SOUTH BEND PLAN COMMISSION Page 4 of 4 Per State Law, the Plan Commission and Common Council shall pay reasonable regard to: 1.Comprehensive Plan: Policy Plan: The petition is consistent with the Southeast Neighborhood Master Plan (2015) Strategy 5.3 Support the production of a range of housing types, including new construction and rehabilitation of market rate and affordable rental housing. Land Use Plan: The Southeast Neighborhood Master Plan (2015) identifies this area Institutional. The City Plan, South Bend Comprehensive Plan (2006) identifies this area for Medium Density Residential. Plan Implementation/Other Plans: City Plan, South Bend Comprehensive Plan (2006), Objective H1: Ensure that an adequate supply of housing available to meet the needs, preferences, and financial capabilities of households now and in the future. 2.Current Conditions and Character: The existing neighborhood was a dense urban single-family neighborhood. Over time, the demolition of homes has resulted in an increased number of vacant lots and population decline. Most of the homes in the neighborhood date from the early 1900s. A mix of multi-unit residential has developed on various sites throughout the neighborhood, most of which were single unit structures than have been converted. 3.Most Desirable Use: The most desirable use, at this time, is a range of low to medium density residential housing types that will seamlessly fit the established character of the neighborhood. Institutional uses would also be permitted. 4.Conservation of Property Values: Allowing for the continued use of the property should help stabilize property values throughout the area as opposed to the building being torn down. 5.Responsible Development and Growth: It is responsible development and growth to allow for a variety of housing options within this neighborhood. Commitments: There are no commitment proposed at this time. Analysis: Rezoning the site to U2 Urban Neighborhood 2 District will allow for the structure to continue to be used as a multi-unit dwelling, which will provide increased housing options while not drastically changing the established character of the neighborhood. Recommendation: Based on information available prior to the public hearing, the staff recommends the Plan Commission send the rezoning petition to the Common Council with a favorable recommendation, subject to acquiring a Certificate of Rental Safety from Code Enforcement. Criteria for Decision Making Rezoning Analysis & Recommendation