1182.02 USE REGULATIONS.

   (a)   The uses permitted within the Downtown PUD District shall include any use permitted in this zoning code provided that it is consistent with the overall purpose of the PUD District, is compatible with the adjacent land uses, and is generally consistent with the development concept for Downtown as established in the Area Plans document. It is anticipated the permitted uses within the Downtown PUD District shall include the following, subject to the provisions of the Independence City Charter:

      (1)   Mixed-use buildings that may include office, residential, retail, personal service, and restaurant uses within.

      (2)   Residential uses including single-family residences and townhomes.

      (3)   Civic and cultural uses including government and public buildings, museums, and cultural art facilities.

      (4)   Parks and recreational facilities.

      (5)   Live/work units located in new mixed-use developments.

   (b)   Permitted uses within the District shall be established on the Preliminary Development Plan and shall be approved by City Council with recommendation by Planning Commission.

   (c)   Planning Commission and City Council reserve the right to prohibit certain uses that are not consistent with the vision for the District, the purpose of the Downtown PUD District, the Land Planning Guidelines, or other requirements set forth in this code. It is anticipated that the following uses shall be prohibited from the Downtown PUD District:

      (1)   Vehicle sales, rental, service, repair, gas stations, and storage.

      (2)   Adult oriented businesses.

      (3)   Commercial outdoor recreation.

      (4)   Industrial uses including manufacturing and processing and warehousing.

      (5)   Garden supply with outdoor display or storage.

      (6)   Fast food restaurants.

         (Ord. 2015-22. Passed 10-13-15.)