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Furthermore,the removal of active agricultural operations from the subject site may be beneficial to neighboring properties by reducing typical agricultural externalities,such as dust,pesticide drift,and machinery noise,particularly in an area that has already transitioned away from large-scale farming. As such,the project is not expected to pose any adverse impacts to nearby properties or to the broader public interest. 3. The granting of the Variance will not constitute a grant of special privileges inconsistent with the limitations upon other properties in the vicinity and zone in which the property is situated. • This finding can be made because granting the variance will not constitute a special privilege inconsistent with limitations placed on other properties in the vicinity or within the AG-40 zoning designation.While the proposed subdivision seeks relief from the standard minimum lot size and width requirements,the request is consistent with the established character of the surrounding area.Approximately 70% of the parcels within a'/+-mile radius are already less than 2 acres in size.These existing parcels, although originally created under different zoning standards, represent the prevailing development pattern in the vicinity.Granting the requested variance would not introduce a development pattern that is out of character with the neighborhood or inconsistent with the broader land use context. Furthermore,the applicant has indicated that all other zoning standards—such as setbacks, height limits,and use restrictions—will be adhered to.The variance request is narrowly focused on parcel size and width,aligning with a built environment that has long transitioned away from large-scale agricultural operations in this specific area. In addition,the proposed subdivision supports broader County and State goals related to housing production and rural land use flexibility.The County continues to face significant housing challenges,and this project contributes to the provision of additional housing opportunities in an area where similar residential development already exists.The projects consistency with both the character of the area and regional housing goals reinforces that the granting of this variance does not result in a special privilege, but rather reflects evolving planning objectives and responsible land use management. 4. The Variance will not authorize a use or activity which is not otherwise expressly authorized by the regulation governing the parcel of property. • This finding can be made because the granting of the Variance does not authorize any use or activity that is not already expressly permitted under the General Plan or the Development Title for the AG-40 zone.The applicant is requesting a Variance to allow subdivision of the parcel into lots below the 40-acre minimum; however,the intended use of the resulting parcels remains consistent with what is permitted by right in the AG-40 zoning district.The proposed lots will continue to be eligible for development with one single-family residence, one accessory dwelling unit,and one junior accessory dwelling unit per parcel. No new or otherwise unauthorized land uses are proposed as part of this application.Therefore,the requested Variance solely addresses parcel size and width and does not introduce any land use that would be inconsistent with the current zoning regulations governing the property. Major Subdivision No. PA-2300266 PA-2400223 and Major Subdivision No. PA-2300266—Findings 2