§ 18.20.203. Findings.

After approving the special use permit, planned unit development or specific plan district project of regional significance, the city council may enter into a development agreement when it can make the following findings:

(a)

A development agreement is an appropriate mechanism to implement the project's development due to the project's complexity such as:

(1)

Public and/or private infrastructure requirements;

(2)

Proposed phasing and/or build-out schedules;

(3)

Conditions of approval;

(4)

Some other way which would be of benefit and in the best interest of the city;

(b)

The development agreement is not in conflict with and supports the objectives, policies, general land uses, and programs specified in the master and regional plans;

(c)

The development agreement is compatible with the uses authorized in, and the regulations prescribed for, the zoning district(s) in which the property is proposed to be located and is consistent with the associated approvals;

(d)

The development agreement is in conformity with the public convenience and good land use practices;

(e)

The development agreement will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, and general welfare;

(f)

The development agreement will not adversely affect the orderly development of property and adequate consideration has been given to projected infrastructure capacity demands in the immediate area;

(g)

The development agreement is consistent with the provisions of NRS Chapter 278.

(h)

The city council shall approve an agreement by adoption of an ordinance. The agreement shall take effect upon the effective date of the ordinance.

(Ord. No. 4960, § 1, 1-26-99)