In addition to complying with the standards in this Chapter, the Planning Commission shall only approve a preliminary or final site plan when it is determined to be in compliance with the applicable criteria in Chapter 1240, Site Plan Review Procedures, and the following criteria:
(a) Each phase of the development can exist as an independent unit capable of creating an environment of sustained desirability and stability should remaining phases not be completed or that adequate assurance will be provided that such objective will be attained; the uses proposed will not be detrimental to present and potential surrounding uses, but will have beneficial effect which could not be achieved under standard district regulations.
(b) The development will preserve and be sensitive to the natural characteristics of the site in a manner that complies with the applicable regulations set forth in this Zoning Code and the policies in the Comprehensive Plan Update, when applicable.
(c) The development will be designed so that the area surrounding said development can be developed in coordination and substantial compatibility with the proposed development.
(d) Maximum possible privacy for adjacent residential properties shall be provided through good design, the use of the building materials, and preservation of natural features and supplemental landscaping according to the requirements set forth in this Zoning Code.
(e) Adequate provisions are made in the final covenants and restrictions to be imposed upon the development relating to the following:
(1) The use and development of accessory buildings and uses associated with individual dwellings.
(2) The maintenance of the land, including any common areas, private streets, and sidewalks.
(f) On-site circulation shall be designed to provide for adequate fire and police protection, and safe and efficient pedestrian and vehicular circulation.
(g) Adequate provision is made for storm drainage and sediment control in compliance with applicable City provisions.
(h) The proposed development complies with all other applicable provisions of this Zoning Code.
(Ord. 2010-059. Passed 3-7-11.)