(a) The applicant shall graphically demonstrate the maximum number of residential lots that would normally be permitted on a subject property and show how clustering the same number of housing units will allow for an improved site design and layout.
(b) The applicant shall demonstrate how proposed reductions in lot sizes, setbacks and other requirements are necessary to achieve a preferred site design.
(c) All proposed reductions in lot sizes and other development requirements shall be proportionally related to the provision of a common and connected open space network. To the maximum extent possible, the open space network shall be designed as a network of spaces offering pedestrian access throughout the development and to a central passive or active recreational activity center. In all cases, the amount of common open space shall be not less than 25% of the site, nor more than 50% of the site.
(d) Only detached single-family dwellings may be included in a single-family cluster development, and should use common architectural and design elements such as color, building mass, roof lines, facade treatments, landscape elements and related features to produce a distinctive residential area.
(e) Where possible, existing landscape features shall be incorporated into the design of the cluster development. Stormwater detention areas may be included in the calculation of common open space if designed for recreational use (such as a lake or play field). Single purpose stormwater detention areas shall be excluded from the calculations of required open space.
(f) Legal instruments that guarantee that the open space shown on the development plan will remain forever undeveloped shall be provided by the applicant for the satisfaction of the Village's legal counsel.
(g) When a cluster development is proposed to be developed in phases, common open space and residential density shall be provided in proportional amounts for each phase.
(h) All cluster developments shall conform with applicable provisions of the Subdivision Regulations.
(Ord. 01-014. Passed 7-17-01.)