23.412.060 Findings for Approval.
The City Council may approve a Zoning Ordinance Amendment only if all of the following findings are made:
A. Findings for all Zoning Ordinance Amendments.
1. The proposed amendment is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan or area plan.
2. The proposed amendment is consistent with state law.
3. The proposed amendment will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare.
B. Additional Finding for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments. The proposed amendment is internally consistent with other applicable provisions of the Zoning Ordinance.
C. Additional Finding for Zoning Map Amendments. The affected site is physically suitable in terms of design, location, shape, size, and other characteristics to ensure that the permitted land uses and development will comply with the Zoning Ordinance and General Plan and contribute to the health, safety, and welfare of the property, surrounding properties, and the community at large. (Ord. 7787-NS § 2 (Exh. A), 2021)