It is recognized that traditional zoning, with its segregation of uses and rigid dimensional requirements may not be suitable in all situations to best achieve the objectives of the City relative to desired land use and preservation of its resources and character. In order to permit and encourage more creative and innovative land development for the benefit of the community as a whole and in furtherance of the vision and goals of the City of Fairlawn, planned unit development may be permitted as a zoning district to achieve the following purposes:
(a) Provide for flexibility in development that will result in a better project for the developer, residents and users, as well as for the City in general;
(b) Accomplish a more desirable and sustainable built environment than would be possible through the strict application of minimum requirements of this Code;
(c) Encourage the redevelopment of properties into vibrant, economically successful areas that further define Fairlawn’s sense of place;
(d) Encourage a mixture of complementary uses where appropriate, allowing for integration of multiple uses vertically and horizontally, with an emphasis on the pedestrian environment;
(e) Encourage the utilization of open space and the development of recreational amenities generally located within walking distance of all living units;
(f) Encourage the efficient use of land by facilitating economical and suitable arrangements for buildings, streets, utilities and other land use features.
(Ord. 2016-062. Passed 8-15-16.)