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~1~ °fi. d-,~r ~~ ~t ~~ ~~5.. There was strong support during the process for consideration of incentives to encourage economic activity and job creation of the type envisioned for Orange County, and for increased attention to provisions relating to the County's Economic Development Districts, Incentives • Streamline proceduresforEconomicDevelopment Districtsand commercial development applications. Consider expedited processing for such applications. • Studywhatlocal private businesses need in orderto expand and thrive, and consider what regulatory changes could contribute to that objective. Economic Develo ment Districts • Consider different standards for application within Economic Development Districts to encourage commercial development. • Create a predictable process for consideration of development applications within Economic Development Districts. • Develop regulatiansforRural Economic DevelapmentAreas. sus to r e s Ideas were offered during the UDD review process that suggest further attention to what land uses are permitted where, to design standards. Relevant Comprehensive Plan Provisions 1- I __-Il illlllllll-11111111i~l 111 A~.1..11.I.M11.1~ Genera! land Use Gaal: Mixed-use is actively encouraged, and locations for new mixed- use centers are being identified, providing live-work-shag opportunities that minimize travel needs. ,Housing*Goal-1: A wide range of types and densities of quality hauling affordable to a!I in al! parts of the County. ,Nousin,~ Goa[-4: Development ordinances and incentives that promote inclusionary practices and housing options forall income levels. land Use Goal-~: Land uses that are appropriate to onmsite environmental conditions and features, and that protect natural resources, cultural resources, and community character.