EXHIBIT 16-E

PROS AND CONS OF IMPACT-BASED PERMIT REVIEW

PROS

· “Impact-Based” Approach:

o Level of analysis proportional to use and potential impacts

o Board of Directors to focus on larger projects

o Staff to focus on smaller projects

· Reduced staff workload (long-term)

· More responsive/streamlined for many applicants

o Simplified “ministerial” approval

o Reduced cost

o Reduced approval time

CONS

· Increased workload to review currently exempt projects

· Short-term complexity/workload for staff and Board

• Revision/approval of Implementation Guidelines
• Revision/approval of Ord 106 (Fee Schedule)
• Revision of forms, procedures, checklists and website
• Training of staff
• Education/outreach with jurisdictions/agencies

· Possible perception of reduced environmental scrutiny

due to streamlined review

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