20.19.030 - CRITERIA
A. The City may approve or approve with modifications an application for a rezone of property if: 1. It is consistent with the comprehensive plan or corresponds to a concurrent comprehensive plan amendment application; 2. It will not adversely affect the public health, safety or general welfare; 3. It is in the best interests of the residents of Bellingham; 4. The subject property is suitable for development in general conformance with zoning standards under the proposed zoning district; 5. Adequate public facilities and services are, or would be, available to serve the development allowed by the proposed zone; 6. It will not be materially detrimental to uses or property in the immediate vicinity of the subject property; and 7. It is appropriate because either: a. Conditions in the immediate vicinity have changed sufficiently since the property was classified under the current zoning that a rezone is in the public interest; or b. The rezone will correct a zone classification or zone boundary that was inappropriate when established; or c. The rezone will implement the policies of the comprehensive plan. [Ord. 2004-12-088]
