A. It is the intent of planned unit development zoning (PUD) to encourage unified design of housing, commercial, industrial, or institutional areas and facilities, or combinations thereof, to provide for integrated developments having harmony of design and variety of function. It is not intended to permit a greater density or uses different from those set forth in the regulations of the district in which the development is located, but this section is to provide for a greater flexibility in the design of buildings, yards, courts, and circulation, than would otherwise be possible through the strict application of district regulations, and to produce:
1. A maximum choice in the types of environment and living units available to the public;
2. Open space and recreation areas;
3. A pattern of development which preserves trees, outstanding natural topography, and geologic features, and prevents soil erosion;
4. A creative approach to the use of land and related physical development;
5. An efficient use of land resulting in smaller networks of utilities and streets and thereby lower housing costs;
6. An environment of stable character in harmony with surrounding development; and
7. A more desirable environment than would be possible through the strict application of other sections of this chapter.
B. The planned unit development section is designed to provide for small and large scale developments incorporating a single type or a variety of residential and related uses which are planned and developed as a unit. Such development may consist of individual lots or it may have common building sites. A planned unit shall be a separate entity with a distinct character in harmony with surrounding development. (Prior code § 16-29)