This Chapter and the Administrative Manual provides the standards and procedures for the review of Applications to amend the General Plan.

The General Plan, with accompanying Maps, is considered an advisory policy document for the purposes of land use decision-making.

1. The procedures for the review of a General Plan Amendment Application are identified by Chapter 9 and Chapter 15, Administrative Manual.
   
2. In considering a General Plan Amendment Application, the Commission in formulating a recommendation, and the Council in deciding a General Plan Amendment Application shall consider the following factors, among others:
   
   1. The effect of the proposed amendment on the overall well-being of the City.
      
   2. The effect of the proposed amendment on the public health, welfare, and safety.
      
   3. The effect of the proposed amendment on the interests of the City, and its residents.
      
   4. The ability of the City, and other service providers, as applicable, to provide all infrastructure, facilities, and services required by the proposed uses and activities allowed by the proposed amendment.
   5. Compatibility of the proposed uses with nearby and adjoining properties.
      
   6. The suitability of the properties for the uses and activities proposed.
      
   7. The effect of the proposed amendment on the existing goals, objectives, and policies of the General Plan, and listing any revisions to the City’s Land Use Ordinances, and any other Ordinances required to implement the amendment.