The County shall encourage the development of an appropriately-scaled land use mix in each designated Area Plan where these plans include this type of use, and each designated Existing Community that contributes to an adequate economic base to fund capital improvements, including long-term maintenance, and to meet the daily needs of residents, including grocery stores, local-serving restaurants, community facilities, and civic centers.
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LU-15.6 Neighborhood Configurations to Promote a Variety of Lifestyles
The County shall encourage the development of neighborhood configurations that encourage a variety of lifestyles, a central community focus, and distinct identity.
LU-15.7 Neighborhood Configurations to Preserve Natural Features
The County shall encourage the development of neighborhood configurations that preserve the natural features of the site and minimize the requirements for grading.
LU-15.9 Area Plan Impacts on Jobs/Housing Balance
The County shall require that as Area Plans are prepared or updated, planned industrial and commercial areas shall be evaluated to assess the impact on jobs/housing balance within the community and region.
LU-16.1 Community Character and Quality of Life
The County shall encourage discretionary development to be designed to maintain the distinctive character of unincorporated communities, to ensure adequate provision of public facilities and services, and to be compatible with neighboring uses.
LU-16.2 Urban Design Standards for Commercial and Industrial Development
The County shall require that discretionary commercial and industrial developments maintain high standards of urban design and environmental quality by incorporating compact form, maximizing pedestrian access and safety, and minimizing land use conflicts and traffic congestion.