No. 2254 expanding boundaries of the Airport Economic Development Area and amending the AEDA Development Plan

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and private actions. These actions could include, but are not limited to, the following: property acquisition, relocation, clearance and dedication of public right-of--way, provisions for public facilities and improvements and any other activity pertaining to planning and implementing an economic development plan. Expected Public Benefit From the Economic Development of the Area The implementation of the Airport Economic Development Plan will result in several public benefits to the citizens of South Bend, including: Significant new job creation resulting forn7 the new development as well as expansion of office, commercial and industrial uses within the Area. Increase and diversification of the City's tax base. New private investment and development as well as the expected expansion of existing businesses, especially in the Airport and Toll Road Industrial Parks. 4. Improved roadway access in the northwest portion of the City. 5. New construction and rehabilitation opportunities, which will result in additional jobs and investment, especially in the construction trades as well as architectural, engineering and other related fields. LAND USE Development Controls The controls and regulations for the Airport Economic Development Area are designed to provide for development that is consistent with Plan goals and objectives and to assure compatibility of development throughout the area. Zoning requirements shall be the same as those in the "BP", "D", and "E" Districts as identified in Chapter 21, Article ?, of the Municipal Code of the City of South Bend. Height and area requirements shall be the same as those in the "A" Height and Area District as identified in Chapter 21, Article 4, of the Municipal Code of the City of South Bend. 3. When feasible, utility lines shall he placed underground. 4. All properties within the Area shall be designed and maintained so that the appearance of t