20.19.030 Criteria.
The city may approve or approve with modifications an application for a rezone of property if:
A. It is consistent with the comprehensive plan or corresponds to a concurrent comprehensive plan amendment application;
B. It will not adversely affect the public health, safety or general welfare;
C. It is in the best interests of the residents of Bellingham;
D. The subject property is suitable for development in general conformance with zoning standards under the proposed zoning district;
E. Adequate public facilities and services are, or would be, available to serve the development allowed by the proposed zone;
F. It will not be materially detrimental to uses or property in the immediate vicinity of the subject property; and
G. It is appropriate because either:
1. Conditions in the immediate vicinity have changed sufficiently since the property was classified under the current zoning that a rezone is in the public interest; or
2. The rezone will correct a zone classification or zone boundary that was inappropriate when established; or
3. The rezone will implement the policies of the comprehensive plan. [Ord. 2004-12-088].