Section 7-506 Zoning Incentives
7-506.A. Incentives Authorized. P&Z, based upon the recommendation of H.A.R.C., may consider zoning incentives for designated and identified local landmark buildings or for local historic sites that do not conform with existing zoning regulations. P&Z may grant such incentives as deemed necessary to assure the preservation of a local landmark.
7-506.B. Procedure. P&Z shall follow all of the procedures and requirements of Article 6, Division 1 of this Title, Uses Permitted On Review, when considering granting any such zoning incentives.
7-506.C. Standards. The Planning and Zoning Commission and Town Council may grant necessary zoning incentives upon a finding of one of the following:
7-506.C.1. That such use or feature as proposed will not be detrimental to the health, safety or general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity, or injurious to property, improvements or potential development in the vicinity;
7-506.C.2. That such use or feature proposed will not adversely impact the Town of Telluride Master Plan;
7-506.C.3. That such use or feature proposed is conducive to the preservation of the historic or architectural characteristics of the building or site;
7-506.C.4. That such use or feature has a substantial public benefit; and
7-506.C.5. That such use or feature is necessary for the preservation and enhancement of the building in question.