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' � f <br /> are otherwise prohibited by this Ordinance, and may vary the application of <br /> othenvise applicable regulations.for such special uses,provided that the essential <br /> character and nature of the surrounding neighborhood are not disturbed, and <br /> may also impose appropriate conditions and safeguaYds, including a speci�ed <br /> period of time for the permit, to protect the comprehensive plan and to conserve <br /> and protect property values in the neighborhood. <br /> (i) Any public o�•government building or structure <br /> It is the County's belief that the proposed state of the art facility will become a valued <br /> attribute to this region and its citizens. At the same time, the property is naturally <br /> isolated from substantial urban development. All efforts are being made to design the <br /> grounds of the facility so that the County remains a good neighbor to the State <br /> Correctional Facility and other adjacent property owners. <br /> STANDARDS FOR DEVELOPMENT <br /> The Macon County Board utilizes a series of standards when addressing land use <br /> decisions in its jurisdiction. It is only fitting that the County feels compelled to address <br /> these standards as it pertains to its development proposal. <br /> Public Health <br /> The establishment of the new Animal Shelter will not be detrimental to the public health. <br /> On the contrary, the establishment of a new shelter will be substantially beneficial to the <br /> public health by increasing the capacity to house stray, abandoned, or otherwise <br /> discarded animals. The operation of the shelter will be wholly enclosed and will be <br /> provided with all necessary facilities and utilities to ensure adequate air and water quality <br /> as well as proper sewage facilities. Consequently, there is no reason for concern for the <br /> public health in the immediate vicinity of the shelter and its operation would only <br /> improve the general public health of the entire community. <br /> Public Safety <br /> The establishment and operation of the new Animal Shelter will not be detrimental to the <br /> public safety. All animals on the property will be housed indoors which should minimize <br /> concern for escaping animals. Traffic on Carolyn Avenue will also not present a threat to <br /> the public safety. Widening of the right-of-way will provide ample room for traffic and <br /> the speed limit will be consistent with the nature of the area. For the greater community, <br /> the new shelter will be a benefit to the public safety. With an increased animal capacity, <br /> the citizens of the Decatur metropolitan region will have less frequent contact with <br /> dangerous, diseased, or discarded animals. <br /> Public Welfare <br /> Special Use Permit Application Page 6 <br />