A. Applicability, Procedure and Authority. Legislative amendments generally involve broad public policy decisions that apply to other than an individual property owner. These include, without limitation, amendments to the text of the Comprehensive Plan and map, Development Code and changes in the Zoning Map not directed at a small number of properties. They are reviewed using the Type IV procedure in accordance with BDC Chapter 4.1, Development Review and Procedures, and shall conform to BDC 4.6.600, Transportation Planning Rule Compliance. A legislative amendment may be approved or denied.

B. Criteria for Legislative Amendments. The applicant shall submit a written narrative which explains how the approval criteria will be met. A recommendation or a decision to approve or to deny an application for a legislative amendment shall be based on all of the following criteria: