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The proposed text amendment needs to be applicable to more than the specific property proposing the amendment. However it is appropriate to review just how a text amendment might affect mining properties in the Animas Valley by using this site as an example. The accompanying map illustrates the mining re-location areas on this particular site. The AVLUP River Corcidor District "rationale" and "purpose" has certain criteria by which we can review a future Special Use Permit for this particulaz site. -by a phased removal of mining from the river channel, this proposal limits the intensity and proximity of development near the river. -by that same action, the riparian areas (especially river edges) would benefit: reduction of storm runoff, promote river bank stabilization, enhance potential for flora and fauna introduction and growth on riverbanks, stabilize riverbank wildlife habitat and increase vazious habitat with the creation of new topography and habitat from the reclaimed mining azeas. -the phased relocation of mining operations would minimize the visual impact of those same mining operations from Trimble Lane. -this proposal does not change the residential density of the proposed new area, will result in a more usable agricultural area by reason of the reclamation after mirting and can enhance wildlife habitat by using wildlife friendly reclamation designs and methods. - the stabilization of current mining operation azeas and the development of proximate, but off-river topography may aid in mitigating flood damage. This particular proposal will not impact azea road capacities, does not require water and sewer capability, and will have minimal visual impact as the site is buffered from pubic view. In addition, it will have minimal affect on the neighborhood character due to the no net gain of mining acreage and in fact eventually remove mining from the river channel itself. It conforms with the goals, objectives and visions of the river corridor plan by removing mining operations from the actual waterway and for the reasons stated above.