Land Use & Zoning
A Colorado developer applies for a 'special review' (special use permit) for a large-format retail store in a commercial zone. The planning commission typically evaluates:
AOnly the store's financial viability
BTraffic impacts, compatibility with the surrounding area, and compliance with design standards✓ Correct
COnly the number of jobs created
DThe developer's past project history only
Explanation
A special use/conditional use permit review typically evaluates the project's traffic impacts, compatibility with surrounding land uses, design standards compliance, environmental impacts, and other criteria established in the zoning code.
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