(a) The planned unit development allows for the adoption of special land use regulations and development standards for properties in lieu of the standards for citywide zoning districts. The planned unit development (PUD) is a separate zoning district (see Chapter 21.36).
(b) The planned unit development is intended to provide a process for consideration of development proposals substantially improved by modifications of conventional development regulations, provided the development is consistent with the general plan.
(Ord. 612 Exhibit A (part), 2008).