(a) Findings and Purposes. A joint development overlay district (JDOD) is identified as one of the corridors listed in the City's Comprehensive Plan, or a similar area, that is experiencing an increased demand for commercial uses. It is important that the visual appearance and composition of these areas be maintained in order to put forth a positive image of Brunswick at these important locations in the City. It is in the interest of the City to protect and enhance the built features of such joint development corridors by:
(1) Preventing the deterioration of property and the extension of blighting conditions.
(2) Revitalizing and protecting private investment which improves and stimulates the economic vitality and social character of the area.
(3) Enhancing the aesthetic and architectural compatibility within neighborhoods and commercial areas.
(b) Characteristics. JDOD, as herein defined, shall be found to contain at least one of the following characteristics:
(1) Function as a destination area in the City of Brunswick;
(2) Possess mixture of residential and nonresidential uses;
(3) Exhibit a current trend or potential for the further conversion of residential uses to nonresidential uses; and
(4) Contain a mixture of residential and nonresidential zoning classifications within the corridor.
(Ord. 115-2020. Passed 2-22-21.)