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Staff Report -PC#0075-21 12/20/2021 SOUTH BEND PLAN COMMISSION Page 4 of 4 Land Use Plan: The Future Land Use Plan identifies this area for Medium Density Residential, which would allow for a range of neighborhood - scaled residential housing types. Plan Implementation/Other Plans: There are no neighborhood specific plans for this area. 2.Current Conditions and Character: The existing neighborhood is a dense urban single-family neighborhood. Most of the homes in the neighborhood date from the early 1900s. Many small scale commercial buildings exist on corner lots which continue to serve the neighborhood. 3.Most Desirable Use: The most desirable use, at this time, is to allow for the expansion of an already existing business which fits into the established character of the neighborhood. 4.Conservation of Property Values: If constructed to the current Neighborhood Center district standards, the expansion and investment of a current neighborhood business should not negatively impact the use or value of surrounding properties in the area. Allowing new development on a vacant lot should improve the overall value of the neighborhood. 5.Responsible Development and Growth: It is responsible development to allow for the expansion of an existing neighborhood business within this urban neighborhood. Commitments: There are not commitments proposed at this time. Analysis: Rezoning the site to NC Neighborhood Center will allow for the growth of an existing neighborhood business while not drastically changing the established character. The proposed rezoning increases allows for the expansion of a business in a matter that conforms to the established development pattern. 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. Analysis & Recommendation