§ 22.9. Standards for governing the exercise of zoning power.

The following standards governing the exercise of the zoning power are adopted in accordance with O.C.G.A. § 36-66-5(b):

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The existing land uses and zoning classification of nearby property;

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The suitability of the subject property for the zoned purposes;

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The relative gain to the public, as compared to the hardship imposed upon the individual property owner;

4.

Whether the subject property has a reasonable economic use as currently zoned;

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Whether the proposed zoning will be a use that is suitable in view of the use and development of adjacent and nearby property;

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Whether the proposed zoning will adversely affect the existing use or usability of adjacent or nearby property;

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Whether the zoning proposal is in conformity with the then current future development plan and community agenda of the comprehensive land use plan as currently adopted or as amended in the future;

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Whether the zoning proposal will result in a use which will or could; adversely affect the environment, including, but not limited to, drainage, wetlands, groundwater recharge areas, endangered wildlife habitats, soil erosion and sedimentation, floodplain, air quality, and water quality and quantity;

9.

Whether the zoning proposal will result in a use which will or could cause an excessive or burdensome use of existing streets, transportation facilities, utilities, or schools; and

10.

Whether there are other existing or changing conditions affecting the use and development of the property which give supporting grounds for either approval or disapproval of the zoning proposal.