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5 Criteria(per IC 36-7-4-603): <br /> 1. Comprehensive Plan: <br /> Policy Plan: <br /> PlarL <br /> Objective LU 2A Provide buffer spaces between non-compatible land arses. <br /> Land Use Plan: <br /> The future land use map has designated this site as low density residential. <br /> 2. Current conditions and character: <br /> In the immediate vicinity is a school,a church,an apartment complex,and a subdivision which is <br /> buffered by a berm wW extensive landscaping. The area to the north of the St. Joseph Valley <br /> Parkway is commercial. <br /> 3. Most dedrablp use: <br /> The mkt desirable use is we that can compliment both the neighboring residential and non- <br /> residaakial <br /> 4. Conservation of property vahres: <br /> If properly buffer A the surrounding property values should not be affected. <br /> I Responsible development and grawth: <br /> It is responsible development and growth to accommodate compatible uses at this intersection. <br /> Recommendation: <br /> Based on information available prior to the public hearing the staff recommends the petition be <br /> sent to the Common Council with a favorable recommendation. <br /> Analysis: <br /> The intent of the Office Buffer District,in part,is to serve as a transition district.The OB District <br /> development standards are established to assure small scale developments. An Area Board off' <br /> Zoning Appeals variance will allow for a slightly larger building while limiting land uses that <br /> would be incompatible to the area <br /> Cecil dt Nancy Klopfensfain <br /> #2581-11 <br /> Page 2 of 2 <br />