In considering the appropriateness of development within the Target Investment Zones (TIZ), the Commission (and Council) shall consider the following:
(a) That the proposed use, density and intensity of development and design are compatible with the Core Targeted Investment Areas recommendation in the most current comprehensive Plan, and subsequent amendments approved by Council.
(b) That the proposed use, density and intensity of development and design are compatible with the existing character of the area and adjacent properties.
(c) That all development exhibits a high standard of quality in construction detail materials, design, and appearance. That development reflects accepted professional standards of design, site and building.
(d) That quality site planning is an essential criterion of the TIZ's. Sites developed in the TIZ's are intended to be carefully planned, both within the site's own boundaries and in relation to surrounding properties.
(e) That all development be sensitive to environmentally regulated areas within the TIZ's. That effort be made to retain and integrate significant natural features into the development proposal wherever possible.
(Ord. 147-2018. Passed 7-2-18.)
Development proposals for the TIZ's will be reviewed for appearance and compatibility with surrounding areas. The following are general guidelines:
(a) Development is strongly encouraged (when appropriate) to conform to the principles of traditional neighborhood design (high density, mixed use, and pedestrian friendly). Modern architectural design will be considered when appropriate.
(b) Relationships to land uses in abutting zones and adjacent developments within the zone (compatibility) are important considerations that will be critically reviewed by the Commission (and Council). Concerns in this regard will include buffers (vegetative and architectural), building scale/massing/configuration/ height, light spill, emissions (noise), use intensity/frequency, and signage.
(c) Building height, size, and scale shall be considered as part of the overall design and should be designed in such a way that is compatible with the general area, even if the buildings are taller than those of the surrounding properties.
(Ord. 147-2018. Passed 7-2-18.)
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