1183.06 OPEN SPACE REGULATIONS.

   Rockside PUD District developments shall incorporate common open spaces which satisfy the standards of usability and quality as described below:

   (a)   Common open space shall comprise at least 20 percent of the development area unless otherwise approved by Planning Commission and City Council.

   (b)   The location, shape, size, and character of the open space shall complement and enhance the overall development.

   (c)   Public utility and similar easements, rights-of-way courses, and other similar channels may be acceptable for common open space if it is usable as a trail or similar purpose and has been approved by the Planning Commission and City Council.

   (d)   Common open spaces shall not include private yards, required setbacks between the project boundary lines and buildings, and minimum spacing between buildings.

   (e)   Common open spaces may be used for recreational purposes or passive uses. If the development area contains natural features worthy of preservation, those areas may remain undeveloped and unimproved.

   (f)   Common open spaces should promote public gathering and public use. Amenities such as public art, courtyards, fountains, gazebos, and benches should be included within common open spaces when applicable.

      (Ord. 2015-23. Passed 10-13-15.)