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<br />Planning & Zoning Commission <br />January 17,2008 <br />Page 2 of2 <br /> <br />Rezoning benefits: <br /> <br />. Attract commercial establishments compatible with residential uses. <br />. Create neighborhood friendly atmosphere. <br />. Ensure that commercial development is attractive, highly utilized, and without <br />negative influence on adjacent residential uses. <br /> <br />Adversely, some of the existing businesses and land uses would be converted to <br />nonconforming uses or structures. As per Section 106-261 ofthe Code of Ordinances, the <br />Planning and Zoning Commission is directed to take note that nonconformities in the use <br />and development of land and buildings are to be avoided. In addition, the Commission is <br />reminded that zoning of several contiguous tracts is advisable as to avoid the appearance <br />of "Spot Zoning". <br /> <br />Conclusion: <br /> <br />The City's Comprehensive Plan also provides guidelines to mlillIDlze any adverse <br />influence of commercial activities on adjacent residential development by requiring <br />appropriate buffers such as physical screens, increased setbacks, and use of open space. <br />