The City contains some large parcels of land which have not been developed to their full economic potential. It is desirable that a zoning district be established that will preserve the present charm and beauty of these parcels and the residential character of the City, yet at the same time promote a unique, densely developed environment well set back from the street in a landscaped surrounding. The purpose of the S-1 Mixed Use District is:
(a) To designate, regulate and restrict the location, design and use of buildings, structures and interior streets;
(b) To promote high standards of external appearance of buildings and grounds;
(c) To stabilize and improve property values with the smallest possible burden on City services and facilities and the highest possible return to the City from tax revenues consistent with maintaining and improving the residential character of the City;
(d) To promote health, safety, comfort, convenience and the general welfare; and thus
(e) To provide the economic, environmental and social advantages resulting from an orderly planned use of these large parcels of land.
(f) To ensure that development complies with the adopted preliminary land use plan for the District and these objectives by requiring approval of a detailed development plan for any subsequent development.
(Ord. 20-2012. Passed 5-21-12.)