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e . Zone Change #R 04-007 P & Z (7/15/04) Page 4 of4 development with 50 or more units must be located at least 1,000 ft. from other multi-family residential development of 20 or more units. The strict adherence to the aforementioned requirements will be followed as the project proceeds. The status is yet to be determined. The Zoning Board of Adjustment case may allow some flexibility and creativity to this project given that it is a senior citizen complex. Recommendation: Based on the above analysis, staff finds the requested change is compatible with the zoning and uses of nearby properties and recommends approval. The property in question is suitable for the requested change to R-3, which will unify the entire tract under a single zoning classification and make the tracts more conforming. The requested rezone allows like development of proposed senior apartment building at site with some variances. The development within the subject tracts will not negatively impact the surrounding properties and will not harm the value of nearby properties. Furthermore, it will not have a significant impact on the traffic conditions in the area and better accommodates the traffic flow of the Methodist Home. In reviewing this request the Commission should consider the following: . There was no apparent error in assigning the present zoning designation to the tracts in question. . There have been no changes in the area that warrant a change to the zoning designation. . The applicant's requested zoning conforms to the present zoning and nature of the surrounding properties. . Furthermore, the requested change is compatible with the goals and objectives of the City's Comprehensive Plan. Actions available to the Commission are listed below: . Recommend to Council approval of this rezoning request from R-1 & R-2 to R-3. . Recommend to Council denial of this rezoning request from R-l & R-2 to R-3. . Table this item for further consideration by the Commission.