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a. Natural and Cultural Systems Goal 1: Energy conservation, sustainable use of non-polluting renewable energy resources, efficient use of non-renewable energy resources and clean air. b. Objective AE-15: Foster participation in green energy programs such as installation incentives for solar hot water/solar generation/solar tempering in residential or commercial construction. The County should develop programs that will link citizens and businesses with options for alternative and sustainable energy sources. c. Objective AG-8: Encourage the use and production of natural fuel alternatives to petroleum based products and pursue new types of energy sources. Planning Director’s Recommendation: In accordance with the provisions of Section 2.7.4 of the UDO, the Planning Director recommends approval of the application subject to: • Approval of the recommended Findings of Fact as detailed within Attachment 4, • The imposition of the recommended conditions detailed within Attachment 4, and • The Planning Board’s and BOCC’s ability to make an affirmative finding on the general standards outlined within Section 5.3.2 of the UDO. FINANCIAL IMPACT: Staff has determined the project would not require augmentation of County budgetary outlays to support services and that anticipated revenues from property taxes should supplement increases in cost. RECOMMENDATION: The Planning Director recommends the Board: 1. Deliberate as necessary; 2. Review the Findings of Fact and Conditions of Approval as contained in Attachment 4; 3. If deemed necessary, suggest additional conditions or modifications to the site plan; 4. Consider the Planning Director’s recommendation for approval; and 5. Make a recommendation to the BOCC regarding the Findings of Fact and Conditions of Approval as detailed within Attachment 4 in time for the BOCC’s September 12, 2016 BOCC Quarterly Public Hearing. 22