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FINDINGS FOR ZONING CODE TEXT AMENDMENT
Prior to the approval of a Zoning Code Text Amendment, the following findings must be made:
1. The proposed amendment is in conformance with the goals, policies, and objectives of the General Plan;
The proposed amendment to the Zoning Code would modify the regulations that apply to processing PD plans. This amendment is consistent with a number of goals and policies of the General Plan Land Use Element, including:
• Goal 1. Sustainable Growth. Sustainable growth and change in orderly and well- planned developments within targeted areas that allow for higher density development in an urban core setting and in close proximity to transit that provides for the needs of existing and future residents and businesses, ensures the effective provision of public services, and makes efficient use of land, energy, and infrastructure.
• Policy 1.1 Basic Growth Policy. Accommodate growth that is consistent with community values and that complements the scale and character of Pasadena’s unique residential neighborhoods, business districts, and open spaces.
• Policy 1.2 Targeted Growth. Target growth and new construction in infill areas and away from Pasadena’s residential neighborhoods and open spaces by redeveloping underutilized commercial and industrial properties, especially within the Central District, Transit Villages, Neighborhood Villages, and along selected corridors.
• Goal 2. Land Use Diversity. A mix of land uses meeting the diverse needs of Pasadena’s residents and businesses, fostering improved housing conditions, offering a variety of employment and recreation opportunities, and supporting a healthy population while protecting the environment.
• Policy 2.5 Mixed Use. Create opportunities for development projects that mix housing with commercial uses to enable Pasadena’s residents to live close to businesses and employment, increasing non-auto travel, and interact socially.
• Policy 2.6 Transit-Related Land Uses. Promote the development of uses that support and capture the economic value induced by the presence of transit corridors and stations.
• Policy 2.9 Institutional Uses. Accommodate the development of educational, religious, cultural, and similar facilities that enrich the lives of Pasadena’s residents.
• Goal 3. Compatible Land Uses. A mix and distribution of land uses characterized by their compatibility.
• Policy 3.1 High-Impact Uses. Avoid the concentration of uses and facilities in any neighborhood or district where their intensities, operations, and/or traffic could adversely impact the character, safety, health, and quality of life.
This Zoning Code Amendment will allow for continued implementation of these Goals and Policies of the Land Use Element, as well as the overall vision of the General Plan to continue to be implemented.
2. The proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or general welfare of the City.
The proposed amendment to the Zoning Code would modify the regulations that apply to Planned Development applications in the City. The amendment would not impact permitted uses in the Zoning Code, it would only eliminate the ability to create new Planned Development zones. The regulations of the Zoning Code and General Plan would remain the guiding documents to ensure future development is not detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or general welfare.