18-25 Special Exception and Use Variance at 1701 Hickory Road

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Criteria for Decision Making Special Exception-ff applicable A Special Exception may only be granted upon making a written determination, based upon the evidence presented at a public hearing. Please address how the project meets the following criteria. (1)The proposed use will not be injurious to the public health, safety, comfort, community moral standards, convenience or general welfare, because: The proposed uses will not be injurious to the public health, safety, or general welfare of the community. The proposed development will be a public-private partnership designed to serve the community and offer valuable amendities to the general public. (2) The proposed use will not injure or adversely affect the use of the adjacent area or property values therein, because: The proposed uses will allow for the development of a park facilities that will compliment the use and value of adjacent areas. The park is located in close proximity to indoor recreation spaces. In addition to the nearby recreational facilities, the proposed development is in close proximity to multifamily and commercial development. The active park space will create a new amenity for the the multifamily to the east and single family to the west. (3)The proposed use will be consistent with the character of the district in which it is located and the land uses authorized therein, because: The existing baseball and softball facilities are located on a mix of properties zoned OS Open Space and S1 Suburban Neighborhood 1. The proposed development is primarily located on the portion of the property zoned OS Open Space, which allows for the use. The portion of the development zoned S1 Suburban Development 1 is surrounding by similar and supporting developments consistent with the proposed use. (4)The proposed use is compatible with the recommendations of the Comprehensive Plan, because: The proposed use is consistent with City Plan (2006) Object PF5.1: Provide and maintain a range of parks and recreational facilities through the City; Policy PF5.1.2 Provide a balance of active and passive recreation opportunities in the City park system; and Policy PF5.1.3 Partner with schools, colleges, private organizations, and neighboring jurisdictions to provide adequate recreation facilities for the general public.