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The adjacent properties are both developed, but the right-of-way (ROW) of Hillyer Street in front of the property is not improved. One adjacent property, 810 Allen, takes driveway access from Allen Street, and the east adjacent property of 1103 Hillyer Street, takes access from Hillyer, through unapproved ROW access. All utilities appear to be available with water, sewer and electric adjacent to the property. This request is proceeding concurrently with a land use map amendment from Low Density Residential (LDR) to Medium Density Residential (MDR). These changes would make the future land use and zoning consistent for the entire site. ?J Planning Department Analysis: The proposed change in zoning would facilitate the opportunity for infill development and utilize existing utilities/infrastructure. The Section 1.5.1.5 of the Land Development Code establishes guidance criteria for use by the Planning and Zoning Commission to evaluate zoning changes. The consistency of this proposed change to the criteria is summarized below: Evaluation it LDC 1 5 1 5) C i . . . r er a ( Consistent Inconsistent Change implements the policies of the adopted Master Plan, including the land use classification on the Future Land Use Map and any incorporated X sector plan maps A future land use map amendment is pending for this property. Consistency with any development agreement in effect X No development agreements are in effect for this property. Whether the uses permitted by the proposed change and the standards applicable to such uses will be appropriate in the immediate area of the land to be reclassified X The standards applicable to the DR zoning designation are compatible with the surrounding properties and capture the intent of the Sector 2 Plan and Horizons Plan. Whether the proposed change is in accord with any existing or proposed plans for providing public schools, streets, water supply, sanitary sewers, and X other public services and utilities to the area The change will have no negative effects on public facilities and services. Other factors which substantially affect the public health, safety, morals, or general welfare X Staff has some concerns regarding improved access to the property though substandard ROW. At the issuance of building permits access to the property will need to be improved and addressed. • The applicant's request is consistent with adopted policies and plans of the city regarding development in this area. • The request is reasonable based on the surrounding properties and the development pattern in that part of the city. • The development of this property as Duplex Restricted Residential District (DR) supports good • land use planning practices that include compatibility with the adjacent neighborhood. • Access to the property will need to be improved prior to the issuance of building permits, in accordance with appropriate City standards. Page 2 of 3