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Criteria for Decision Making <br /> Special Exception -if applicable <br /> A Special Exception may only be granted upon making a written determination, based upon the <br /> evidence presented at a public hearing. Please address how the project meets the following criteria. <br /> (1)The proposed use will not be injurious to the public health, safety, comfort, <br /> community moral standards, convenience or general welfare, because: <br /> The proposed daycare center will not be injurious to the public health, safety, <br /> comfort, community moral standards, convenience, or general welfare <br /> because it is designed to serve as a supportive and enriching environment for <br /> young children and their families. The center will adhere to all applicable <br /> health and safety regulations, including those governing sanitation, fire <br /> safety, and building accessibility. Licensed educators and caregivers will <br /> provide age-appropriate instruction and care in alignment with state <br /> standards. Additionally. the center will promote family engagement, <br /> strengthen community ties, and offer an essential service that contributes to <br /> the overall well-being and development of children in the area. <br /> (2)The proposed use will not injure or adversely affect the use of the adjacent area <br /> or property values therein, because: <br /> The proposed daycare center will not injure or adversely affect the use of the <br /> adjacent area or property values therein because it is a low-impact, <br /> community-serving use that complements surrounding residential and <br /> institutional properties. The center will maintain a clean, safe, and <br /> well-landscaped facility that enhances the aesthetic of the neighborhood and <br /> adheres to all zoning and design requirements. Increased daytime activity at <br /> the site is expected to promote neighborhood safety and vitality without <br /> generating significant noise, traffic, or environmental concerns. Additionally, a <br /> (3) The proposed use will be consistent with the character of the district in which it is <br /> located and the land uses authorized therein, because: <br /> The proposed daycare center will be consistent with the character of the <br /> district in which it is located and the land uses authorized therein because it <br /> aligns with the district's intended purpose to support family-oriented, <br /> educational, and community-serving uses. The center will operate during <br /> standard daytime hours, maintain a welcoming and orderly presence, and <br /> contribute to the social infrastructure of the neighborhood. Its design and <br /> operation will reflect the scale and aesthetic of nearby properties, ensuring it <br /> integrates seamlessly with surrounding land uses while fulfilling a vital need. <br /> (4)The proposed use is compatible with the recommendations of the Comprehensive <br /> Plan, because: <br /> The proposed daycare center is compatible with the recommendations of the <br /> Comprehensive Plan because it supports key priorities such as expanding <br /> access to quality education, strengthening neighborhoods, and promoting <br /> equitable community development. The center will help meet the growing <br /> demand for early learning opportunities, particularly in underserved areas, <br /> and contribute to long-term goals around workforce readiness and family <br /> support. <br />