13-4-4: DENSITY FORMULA FOR CALCULATION OF LAND DEDICATION OR FEE IN LIEU:
   A.   Density Table: The following table of population density represents current and short-range project trends in family size for new construction and shall be used in calculating the amount of required dedication of acres of land for park and recreation sites or the cash contribution in lieu of unless a written objection is led thereto by the subdivider or developer. A written objection shall be submitted and processed in accordance with subsection B of this section.
Type Of Unit
Total Per Unit
Type Of Unit
Total Per Unit
Detached single family:
 
 
2 bedroom
2.017
 
3 bedroom
2.899
 
4 bedroom
3.764
 
5 bedroom
3.77
Attached single family:
 
 
1 bedroom
1.193
 
2 bedroom
1.99
 
3 bedroom
2.392
 
4 bedroom
3.145
Apartments:
 
 
Efficiency/studio
1.294
 
1 bedroom
1.758
 
2 bedroom
1.914
 
3 bedroom
3.053
 
It is recognized that population density, age distribution and local conditions change over the years, and the specific formula for the dedication of land, or the payment of fees in lieu thereof, as stated herein, is subject to periodic review and amendment as necessary.
   B.   Objection: In the event a subdivider or developer files a written objection to the table of estimated ultimate population listed herein, the subdivider or developer shall submit its own demographic study showing the estimated population to be generated from the subdivision or planned unit development, including a detailed explanation of the methodology used in developing an alternative generation table. The objection shall be considered as a request for a variation from the subdivision regulations and will be processed in accordance with the procedures established under section 13-2-6 of this title. The demographic study shall be reviewed by the affected park district which shall be authorized to submit a written statement of acceptance or rejection of the objection to the City Council within twenty one (21) days of the submittal of the objection to the City. Final determination of the density formula to be used in such calculations shall be made by the City Council based upon its review of the written comments submitted by the affected park district in response to such objection. (Ord. Z-34-16, 5-1-2017)