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As part of the staff analysis, all relevant policies in the comprehensive plan were considered. Based upon that analysis, staff determined that the proposed land use designation amendment is consistent with the comprehensive plan. Neither subject property contains wetlands or any other environmentally sensitive habitat. Federal, state, and county environmental protection rules regulating impacts on adjacent and nearby environmentally sensitive lands apply to both subject properties, regardless of land use designation or zoning district. The following are examples of county policies that protect floodplain, wetlands, and other environmentally sensitive areas. • FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT POLICIES: 1.3, 3.3, 3.4, 7.1, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6 • CONSERVATION ELEMENT POLICIES: 2.4, 5.3, 7.2, 7.3, and 7.4 • STORMWATER MANAGEMENT SUB -ELEMENT POLICIES: 1.1 and 1.2 • CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT ELEMENT POLICIES: 3.3 and 3.5 • LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS CHAPTERS 928 (Wetland and Deepwater Habitat Protection) and 930 (Stormwater Management and Flood Protection) For these reason, the proposed amendment is not anticipated to adversely impact environmental quality. rONCi .USION The proposed amendment is consistent with the comprehensive plan, compatible with all surrounding land uses, and will cause no adverse impacts on the environment or the provision of public services. The proposed change increases land use efficiency and facilitates economic development. By facilitating the implementation of a "Campus Master Plan" for Indian River Memorial Hospital, the amendment promotes a strong, diverse local economy. For these reason, staff supports the request. Based on the analysis, staff and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend that the Board of County Commissioners approve the request by adopting the attached land use amendment and rezoning ordinances. APRIL 49 2000 -67-