§ 27-222. Review criteria.

(a)

Sectional Map Amendments shall be in conformance with the principles of orderly, comprehensive land use planning and staged development, and shall be based on the General Plan or the applicable Master Plan or Sector Plan.

(b)

Prior to the approval of a Sectional Map Amendment, the Council shall consider the following:

(1)

The character of the area under review;

(2)

The suitability of particular uses;

(3)

The protection of natural features in the area;

(4)

The conservation of the value of buildings and communities;

(5)

The most appropriate use of land throughout the County;

(6)

Any adopted current staging policy, or Capital Improvement or Economic Development Program;

(7)

The environmental and economic impact upon both the area under review and the entire County;

(8)

The protection of the health, safety, and general welfare of the citizens of Prince George's County.

(CB-35-2011)