(A) Default Standards. The use, bulk, development and improvement standards for each planned unit development shall be derived from the underlying zoning district. In the context of the planned unit development those standards shall be referred to as default standards. The PUD shall be consistent with the underlying zone upon which the PUD is based. Deviations from any of the default standards may be approved only as provided in this subchapter and shall be explicitly stated in the Ordinance approving the PUD.
(B) Density. Dwelling unit densities in a planned unit development shall not exceed the maximum densities as designated in the Comprehensive Plan. However, increases in dwelling unit densities above the densities allowed by the underlying zoning district may be allowed according to the following criteria:
(1) Incorporation of common open space, an increase of up to 10%.
(2) Preservation of natural features or utilization of existing natural features in a harmonious fashion within the design of the site, an increase of up to 5%.
(3) Removal of deteriorating structures occupying 15% or more of the development site, an increase of up to 5%.
(4) Donation of land for schools or other public facilities, an increase of up to 10%.
(C) Lot Coverage. The maximum lot coverage over the entire PUD site shall be no more than 15% above the maximum lot coverage of the underlying zoning district.
(D) Yards and Setbacks. The required setbacks along the periphery of the PUD site shall be at least equal in width or depth to the minimum requirements of the underlying zoning district unless the applicant can demonstrate that a reduction of setbacks is necessary for protection of natural resources, and the reduced setbacks will be offset by additional screening or common open space.
(E) Common Open Space. The amount and location of common open space provided shall be consistent with the declared function of the common open space as set forth in the application for a planned unit development. There shall be such provisions for the ownership and maintenance of the common open space to reasonably ensure its continuity and conservation. This assurance shall be attained through the formation of a homeowner's association for the area involved in the planned unit development, or by such other provisions as may be required by the Commission.
(1) Parking for Residential PUDs shall be not less than one space for each efficiency dwelling unit, one and one-half spaces for each one bedroom unit, and two spaces for each two or more bedroom unit.
(2) Parking for Commercial PUDs shall be not less than four and one-half parking spaces per 1,000 square feet, or fraction thereof, of gross leaseable floor area in all buildings and structures.
(G) Landscaping. A minimum of 2% of all off-street parking areas shall be designated and improved as landscaped areas. Landscaped areas shall be adequately protected from vehicular traffic and properly maintained.
(H) Screening. In addition to the landscaping requirements, a fence that is a minimum of five-foot high and keeps with the general architectural design of the development or a densely planted hedge shall be provided along any side or rear yard abutting a residentially zoned district.
(I) Signage. Signs for commercial uses in a Residential PUD with underlying residential zoning shall comply with the sign regulations for the B-1 Zoning District. All other signs and sign structures must comply with the regulations for the underlying zoning district.
(J) Sewers. All PUDs shall be connected to the public sanitary sewer system prior to occupancy and refuse removal shall be provided to the entire development.
(K) Conformity with Subdivision Standards. The provisions of the City of Danville Subdivision Regulations, as amended, shall be adhered to, unless a variance is granted by the Commission in accordance with the provisions therein.
(Ord. 8612, passed 12-2-08)