(a) Planning Commission Modification. The Planning Commission may modify the strict requirements of this chapter if it finds that privacy, light and openness are improved because of skillful design in the arrangement of buildings, open spaces, landscaping or other site features. The Commission may also require wider yards, where an adjoining building is near a lot line, and such features as fences and planting to protect adjoining residences. The Commission shall not decrease the yard width, common open space, recreation space or private open space requirements in order to allow the maximum number of units permitted in the R-M or C-G District, nor shall the Commission increase the maximum allowable density or floor area ratio permitted in this District.
(b) Site Plan Review. All multifamily developments shall require review and approval of site plans as provided in Chapter 1278, including approval by City Council. Multifamily site plans shall clearly depict the required common open space, recreation space and private open space areas, including proposed improvements thereto, required by this chapter. Site plans required by the chapter shall also comply with the provisions of Chapter 1276 Parking and Site Design and Chapter 1282 Landscaping and Screening.
(Ord. 139-05. Passed 1-9-06.)