29.40.400 Criteria for approval.
Before a variance shall be granted, it shall be shown that:
(1) The variance does not constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent with the limitations upon other, similarly situated property in the County;
(2) Because of special circumstances applicable to the property, including size, shape, drainage, topography, location and surroundings, the strict application of this regulation would deprive the subject property owner of rights and privileges enjoyed by other property owners in the vicinity;
(3) Granting of the variance will not be materially detrimental to the public health, safety, welfare, use or interest, or injurious to property or improvements in the vicinity;
(4) The variance is justified to cure a special circumstance and not simply for the economic convenience of the applicant, and
(5) The granting of the variance will not materially compromise the goals and policies of the Comprehensive Plan, or be inconsistent with County land use codes or inconsistent with the spirit or intent of this title.