(1) the goals, policies, and standards of the Comprehensive Plan;

(2) the specific requirements, guidelines, and provisions relating to the zone district in which the property is located, including special requirements applicable to any particular use or area including all overlay zone districts;

(3) the relationship between buildings and structures and open space, and the harmonious setting of buildings and structures in relation to other buildings and structures in the vicinity;

(4) environmental concerns which have resulted in a Determination of Significance under the State Environmental Policy Act;

(5) the impact of the proposed use on pedestrian and vehicular circulation;

(6) protection of neighboring owners, uses, and properties from adverse effects of the proposal;

(7) assurance that the grading plan provides for minimum impact on the property proposed to be developed and surrounding properties. Cut slopes and fill slopes and cuts and fills may require a retaining wall or other protection as required by the provisions of the city of Pullman Design Standards.

(8) the adequacy of existing public water and sewer lines to accommodate increased demand created by the proposed development. If lines are inadequate, the director may require the applicant to improve or replace existing public sewer and water lines at no cost to the city.

(9) the adequacy of existing and proposed fire hydrants. Additional fire hydrants may be required along adjoining streets or within the development when determined necessary by the Fire Chief in accordance with the Uniform Fire Code and the guidelines published by the Insurance Service Office. All fire hydrants and water lines serving fire hydrants and their respective easements shall be dedicated for city use and maintenance.

(10) conformity with the city of Pullman Design Standards as now existing and in accordance with any amendments that may hereafter be made thereto.

(11) the fiscal impact of the proposed development on the city. (Ord. 22-2 §8, 2022; Ord. 03-33 §57, 2003; Ord. 87-9 §1, 1987).