Townhouse and cottage developments which have received final plat approval shall have a period of three (3) calendar years from the date of final plat approval by the council to obtain a building permit. Developments which have not received a building permit shall be null and void and the plats associated therewith shall be vacated by the council. If a development is to be phased, construction of the second and succeeding phases shall be contingent upon completion of the preceding phase unless the requirement is waived by the council. Further, if construction on any townhouse or cottage development or phase of any development ceases or is not diligently pursued for a period of three (3) years without the prior consent of the council, that portion of the plat pertinent to the undeveloped portion of the development shall be vacated. (Ord. 1336, 2023; Ord. 1191, 2015)