§ 19.1. Scope and intent.

This article specifies uses which are not classified as permitted uses in zoning districts, and are therefore only allowed through the approval of an administrative permit or a use permit. The standards which apply to each use are enumerated and must be met in order for an application to be granted.

In the interest of the public health, safety and welfare, the Board of Commissioners may exercise limited discretion in evaluating the site proposed for a use which requires a use permit. In exercising such discretion pertaining to the subject use, the Board of Commissioners may consider: (Amended 12/4/91, 2/7/96)

(1)

Whether the proposed use is consistent with the land use or economic development plans adopted by the Board of Commissioners;

(2)

Whether the proposed use violates statutes, ordinances or regulations governing land development, such as, but not limited to, the Fulton County Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Ordinance [Code ch. 26, art. II] and the Metropolitan River Protection Act;

(3)

The effect of the proposed activity on traffic flow along adjoining streets;

(4)

The location of off-street parking;

(5)

The number, size and type of signs proposed for the site;

(6)

The amount and location of open space;

(7)

Protective screening;

(8)

Hours and manner of operation of the proposed use;

(9)

Outdoor lighting;

(10)

Ingress and egress to the property;

(11)

Compatibility with surrounding land use.

In granting such permits, conditions may be attached as are deemed necessary in the particular case for the protection or benefit of neighbors to ameliorate the effects of the proposed development.