(A) Purpose. A Planned Unit Development (PUD) is a subdivision process established to allow variation from traditional development standards identified in this chapter and the zoning ordinance. The process is intended to allow flexibility in the development process in exchange for creative design alternatives, greater variety and innovation in land uses and structural appearances, larger expanses of parks and open spaces, more extensive landscaping and higher protection of natural features and unique resources. A PUD must be determined to be in the interest of and protect the health safety and general welfare of the public. A PUD shall not be misconstrued solely as a mechanism to waive requirements of this chapter.
(B) Sketch plan. The process to review and approve a PUD shall be comparable to the platting process. A sketch plan shall be required to initiate the formal review process.
(C) Concept PUD. A Concept PUD shall illustrate the conceptual development patterns for the entire site controlled by the subdivider. The Concept PUD shall include details sufficient for preliminary plat review and approval. Submitted requirements shall include the rationale for utilizing the PUD process, identification of the ordinance requirements or standards which may be subject to waiver, the special features of the development which qualify it as a PUD, a written narrative of the proposed development and all other requirements of the preliminary platting process. A public hearing, Planning Commission recommendation and City Council approval is required for all Concept PUDs. Approval of a Concept PUD shall constitute approval of a preliminary plat.
(D) Final PUD. A Final PUD must be prepared, received and approved by the city. The Final PUD must include the entire site controlled by the subdivider. The Final PUD must include final plat requirements for all or a portion of the entire development site, consistent with the approved Concept PUD. In addition, the Final PUD shall include:
(1) Zoning classifications requested.
(2) Site plans illustrating lot dimensions, minimum structure setbacks, easements, parks, trails, sidewalks, common open spaces, preservation areas, parking configurations and landscaping.
(3) Density and building area computations.
(4) Preliminary architectural styles for each building type, including but not limited to floor plan, building elevations, unit relationships, building materials and accessory uses.
(5) Development phasing and construction/occupancy schedules.
(6) Covenants and restrictions required for the maintenance and operation of common areas, joint facilities and open spaces.
(Ord. 141, passed 7-7-1997, Ord. passed 4- -2007)