§ 8.2. Findings for project approval.

8.2.1 The traditional neighborhood development ordinance is not intended for speculative purposes to enhance the value of property. As such, approval of a traditional neighborhood development project shall be on a site-specific basis, as a conditional use, based upon the submission and approval of a detailed master plan. If construction is not commenced within one year, after obtaining all the necessary permits, or pursued contrary to the approved master plan, the board of commissioners may, upon written recommendation from the director of planning and zoning and written notice to the applicant, following a hearing, revoke the approval and/or reduce the size of the approved traditional neighborhood development project to fit the scope of actual development. The board of commissioners shall approve a traditional neighborhood development project only if it finds that the proposed project will satisfy standards of this article including the following:

a)

That the proposed traditional neighborhood development project is an effective and unified treatment of development possibilities on the project site, while remaining consistent with the county's comprehensive development plan and future land use map, and making appropriate provisions for the preservation of natural features such as streams, and wetlands.

b)

That the proposed traditional neighborhood development project will be compatible (location, size, design and operating characteristics) with the area surrounding the project site, and with no greater demand on public facilities and services than other authorized uses for the land.

c)

That the statement of the proposed development schedule demonstrates a readiness to begin construction within one year, upon obtaining all necessary permits, and assures a timely completion of the proposed development.

(Ord. No. 2006-Z-004, 5-2-06)