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In recognition of these concerns, consideration should be given to either applying a less <br />intensive commercial zoning designation to the property (i.e., NB, Neighborhood Business <br />or LB, Limited Business) or postponing consideration until such time as a specific use is <br />proposed. <br />Performance Standards. As part of future processing and future development upon the <br />subject site, all applicable City performance standards must be met. <br />Property Values. Considering that commercial land uses typically generate a greater <br />property tax return than multiple family residential uses, the proposed use is not expected <br />to lower area property values. <br />Traffic. Traffic generated by future commercial use of the subject site is believed to be <br />within the capabilities of County Road 49 and Aqua Lane which serve the property. <br />Public Services. As part of the rezoning consideration, findings should be made that the <br />proposed use will not overburden the City's public service capacity. The subject site lies <br />within the Metropolitan Urban Service Area. Commercial use of the subject property is not <br />expected to overburden the City's service capacity. This item will be subject to review and <br />recommendation by the City Engineer. <br />CONCLUSION <br />Decisions relating to land use appropriateness are considered matters of City policy to be <br />determined by City officials. While a possible expansion of the City's tax base is generally <br />consistent with Comprehensive Plan policy, the fact that the future use of the subject <br />property is unknown at this time raises potential compatibility concerns. In recognition of <br />such issues, consideration should be given to the processing options identified in the <br />Executive Summary of this report. <br />pc: Randy Schumacher <br />5 <br />