(A) Standards are minimum. These land subdivision regulations are adopted and enforced only as minimum standards, and all developers may develop their subdivisions at higher standards. The subdivider is encouraged at any time to surpass these regulations.
(B) Variance, general. The Council hereby reserves authority to vary the strict application of the provisions herein contained, but such variances shall be exercised only upon written recommendation of the Board and only after a written findings of fact is made by the Board that:
(1) Because of the particular physical surroundings, shape or topographical conditions of the specific property involved, a particular hardship to the owner would result, as distinguished from a mere inconvenience, if the strict letter of the regulations was adhered to;
(2) The purpose of the variation is not based exclusively upon a desire for financial gain;
(3) The conditions creating the need of a variance are unique and are not applicable generally to other property and have not been created by any person having an interest in the property; and
(4) The granting of the variations will not be detrimental to public safety, health or welfare, or injurious to other property or improvements in the area in which the property is located.
(C) Variances, large scale development. The standards and requirements of these regulations may be modified by the Council in case of a plan or program for a complete community or neighborhood unit. Such modification shall not be made until after written recommendation of the Board, which recommendation may be given when, in the judgment of the Board, the specific plan or program presented provides adequate public space and improvements for the circulation, recreation, light, air and service needs of the tract when fully developed and populated, and which also provides such covenants or other legal provisions as will assure conformity to and achievement of the plan.