The Planning and Zoning Board may approve a density bonus, on a case-by-case basis, which would allow an overall density not to exceed 3,000 square feet of lot area per dwelling unit, if it finds that the following conditions exist:
(a) The subject site is ten (10) acres or more and a minimum of forty (40) dwelling units is proposed.
(b) The development is located directly adjacent to major thoroughfares as delineated on the Thoroughfare Plan.
(c) Buildings are integrated with the natural features and architectural context of the surrounding area, and the applicant has shown that building design and site design is of high quality.
(d) A minimum of twenty percent (20%) of the site is designated as permanent open space. The open space system shall provide for pedestrian and bicycle linkages to neighborhood facilities, parks, play areas. Assurances shall be provided that such open space shall be maintained by the owner of the development.
(Ord. 2000-14. Passed 7-24-00.)