Special exceptions are specified uses that this chapter determines are appropriate and allowed in designated districts, if the board of adjustment determines that the particular placement will not adversely affect the public and neighborhood interests. Special exceptions relate to uses which are allowed by this chapter. Variances do not. Variances require a showing of hardship. Special exceptions do not.

(Ord. No. 97-8, § 1, 7-17-97)

A special exception may be granted an applicant when the board finds that:

(a)

The granting of such exception will not be injurious or otherwise detrimental to the public health, safety, morals, and general welfare of the public;

(b)

The granting of such exception will not be detrimental or injurious to the property or improvements in such zone or neighborhood in which the property is located; and

(c)

The granting of such exception will be in harmony with the general purpose and intent of this chapter, and will serve the general welfare and preserve the community interest.

In determining its findings, the board shall take into account the character and use of adjoining buildings and those in the vicinity, the number of persons residing or working in such building or upon such land, traffic conditions in the vicinity, and the conformance of such area to the official zoning map and comprehensive plan.

(Ord. No. 97-8, § 1, 7-17-97)

In granting any special exception under this chapter, the board may designate such conditions in connection therewith which, in its opinion, will secure substantially the purpose and intent of this chapter.

(Ord. No. 97-8, § 1, 7-17-97)

The board may authorize special exceptions to this chapter, limited to the following and to such other situations as may be elsewhere in this chapter addressed:

(1)

The board may authorize the extension of a height or area regulation into an adjoining district for a distance of not more than twenty-five (25) feet, where the boundary line of the district divides a lot which is under single ownership as of the effective date of this chapter.

(2)

Reserved for later use.

(Ord. No. 97-8, § 1, 7-17-97)