A. Development Controls:
1. The development controls otherwise set forth in the zoning and subdivision regulations may restrict imaginative development. It is the intent of these provisions to permit review of an integrated site proposal, where it affords the Village benefits that will enhance the quality of life for its residents. Therefore, the bulk and use regulations of the zoning regulations which would otherwise govern the type(s) of use in the proposed development, and the subdivision regulations, may be modified for a Planned Residential Development.
2. The provisions of this article are not intended, and shall not be used, as a means to circumvent the procedures or standards of the zoning and subdivision regulations, and thereby permit a diminished quality of development than is otherwise permitted under the strict interpretation of the zoning and subdivision regulations. Rather, these provisions are intended to take advantage of particular site characteristics, to increase the flexibility and originality of design in residential projects, to provide more open space and recreational opportunities than would otherwise occur, and to promote the protection of high quality natural resources, and where applicable, to enhance transitions between dissimilar land uses.
3. The unique characteristics of the land to be developed, and the uniqueness of the proposed development plan, shall be considered by the village when reviewing and determining the degree of flexibility to be afforded the petitioner.
B. Standards: The following standards shall apply to review and approval of a planned residential development; provided, however, the Planning and Zoning Commission may recommend, and the village board may approve, such exceptions from these standards as are determined appropriate to achieve one of the objectives of subsection 6-18-5A of this article:
1. Unified Control: The proposed planned residential development shall be under unified control.
2. Comprehensive Plan: The proposed planned residential development shall strive to conform to the land uses, intent, and spirit of the comprehensive plan.
3. Compatibility: Uses proposed for a planned residential development shall be compatible with surrounding land uses.
4. Subdivided: Preliminary and final plats of subdivision shall be submitted.
5. Yards: The yards required along the periphery of a planned residential development shall be at least equal in depth to those prescribed by the regulations which would otherwise apply to the type(s) of use proposed for the planned residential development. The village may approve greater setbacks from the boundary line of a planned residential development when determined necessary to protect the privacy of residents in either an existing, or any other proposed, subdivision.
6. Landscaping: At a minimum, the proposed planned residential development shall conform to the landscaping requirements set forth in chapter 7, “Subdivision Regulations,” of this code. The village may approve landscaping features in excess of said standards where determined necessary to achieve the objectives set forth in this article.
7. Trails: Paths and/or trails for hiking, biking, equestrian or other use should be constructed in residential areas, and as connections to natural features. In addition, paths and/or trails should be provided for convenient access for pedestrians between residential areas.
8. Public Streets:
a. Except as provided in subsection B8b of this section, all streets shall be publicly dedicated, and constructed in accordance with applicable standards contained in the village's subdivision code, as may be amended from time to time.
b. The village may approve reduced rights of way or pavement width in residential areas if it is determined to be appropriate to foster the rural character of the subject area, to preserve natural features, or for other good reason.
c. In any residential areas, cross connections to adjacent tracts of land, and to existing road stubs, should be provided.
9. Vehicular Access: Points of vehicular ingress and egress to the planned residential development site shall be designed to maintain the safety and operational efficiency of the village's streets. Cross access (at least, by road stubs) between the planned residential development and outside properties shall be provided where feasible.
10. Size Of Development: The minimum size for a planned residential development is fifty (50) acres.
11. Underground Utilities: All utilities (including electric, telephone, gas and cable television) shall be installed underground.
12. Tree Replacement: The petitioner should evidence substantial compliance with the village's tree replacement policy.
13. Preliminary Approval: Preliminary approval of a planned residential development by the village board shall be null and void, in the event that the petitioner has failed to submit for and diligently pursue approval of a final development plan for at least one phase of the proposed development within twelve (12) months of the date of approval of the preliminary plan.
14. Completion: Construction of the planned residential development shall be substantially completed within the period of time proposed by the petitioner and established in the development ordinance, provided, the petitioner may request and the board of trustees may approve an extension of time for good cause shown. In general, each phase of a planned residential development should be completed within two (2) years of the date of approval of the final plat for such phase; the board of trustees may allow a longer time, when the scope or complexity of the development may require it.
15. Compliance with Zoning or Other Codes and Ordinances: Where there is a conflict between the provisions of this article and any other provision or provisions of this code, the provisions of this article shall prevail. Except as otherwise set forth herein, all other applicable village code provisions shall apply to the planned residential development.
16. Exceptions: The Planning and Zoning Commission may recommend, and the village board may approve, exceptions to the standards and criteria set forth in this article when determined by the village to be necessary to achieve the planning objectives set forth in this article. (Ord. 05-02, 2-10-2005; amd. Ord. 21-15, 4-15-2021)