The PUD Zoning text shall create development standards designed according to the following planning and development principles.
(a) Arrangement of Use Areas.
(1) Buildings and uses within the proposed development shall be located to reduce any adverse influences and to protect and enhance the character of areas adjacent to the development.
(2) Whenever a proposed development includes areas of a higher intensity than that permitted in adjacent areas, the location and arrangement of use areas shall include appropriate buffers, open spaces, setbacks, or other transitional areas to ensure compatibility with the lower intensity areas.
(3) Buildings, structures, and parking areas shall be designed and located within the PUD to conserve environmentally sensitive or unique natural, historical, or cultural features while minimizing environmental impacts.
(b) Arrangement of Buildings and Yards.
(1) The physical relationship of buildings and other site improvements to one another and the surrounding open space, as created by building size, mass, height, shape, and setback, shall result in a harmonious development within the PUD and adjacent to it.
(2) Minimum lot size, width, and front, side and rear yard setbacks should be clearly denoted by subarea.
(3) The bulk and height of buildings within the proposed development shall be compatible with the surrounding development and sufficiently buffered from the surrounding development to mitigate any potential adverse impact(s).
(c) Density. The density of residential areas within a PUD shall be specifically defined within the PUD text.
(d) Landscaping, Screening, and Buffering.
(1) The pattern of landscaping shall be coordinated in design and type of materials, mounding and fencing used. Landscaping may vary in density, spacing and other treatments to reflect variations of topography, existing landscape, or land uses.
(2) Privacy for residential buildings shall be maintained using landscaping, screening, and buffering.
(3) Appropriate buffer zones with adequate landscaping shall be provided between the proposed development and adjacent areas.
(4) Alternative design approaches to meet the intent of the landscape regulations may be incorporated.
(e) Open Space. Adequate open spaces shall be integrated throughout the development as follows:
(1) Open space shall be sufficiently aggregated to create large useable areas of planned open space.
(2) Open space shall conserve significant natural features within the PUD to the extent practicable.
(3) Open space shall provide a scenic natural environment along existing public streets characterized by large building setbacks that enable the preservation of natural features.
(4) All open space shall be easily accessible to residents of the PUD.
(5) Where possible, open space areas shall be connected with open space areas on abutting parcels, and wherever possible, by open space corridors.
(6) Open space must comply with Section 1109.12
(Public Sites and Open Space) of the Subdivision Regulations.
(f) Protection of Natural Features.
(1) Trees shall be preserved, protected, and replaced in compliance with the requirements set forth Section 1141.06.
(2) A riparian buffer shall be provided along the entire length and on both sides of a river or perennial stream channel. Walkways may be located within riparian buffers when the Planning Commission determines that such will create minimal change to the riparian buffer.
(4) Wetlands that are to be retained in their natural state within the PUD shall be protected. A buffer area not less than twenty (20) feet in width measured from the edge of the delineated wetland shall be provided along the entire perimeter of the designated wetland. The buffer area shall not be disturbed and shall be retained in its natural state. Minimum building and pavement setbacks to protect such wetlands and buffer areas shall be established and shall be measured from the edge of such wetlands.
(g) Pedestrian Circulation Systems. A pedestrian circulation system shall be included and designed to provide convenient and safe pedestrian access throughout the PUD, and to connect the neighboring developments and community facilities. The pedestrian circulation system may include sidewalks and other walkways not located along streets. Trails with public right of passage should also be incorporated in the pedestrian circulation system.
(h) Bike Paths and Other Trail Systems. Trail systems for bikes and other purposes shall be included and designed in accordance with the City's plan for bike paths. Such trail system shall have a minimum width of ten (10) feet and be properly buffered from any adjacent residential areas. Protected bike lanes, where appropriate as determined by the Planning Commission, may also be utilized to meet this requirement.
(i) Street Design and Vehicular Circulation.
(1) The proposed vehicular circulation system shall provide adequate connections to the existing street network.
(2) The area of the project devoted to streets and related pavement should be the minimum necessary to provide adequate and safe movement and access.
(3) Street alignments should be designed to conserve natural features and minimize the need for cut and fill practices.
(4) The function of adjacent thoroughfares shall be maintained by limiting access points to the minimum needed, relating them to existing access points, the street patterns on surrounding development, and the intensity of proposed uses.
(5) Private streets that utilize a common easement may provide access to clustered lots and/or structures.
(6) Street lighting and street signs shall be adequate for safety and security.
(7) The applicant shall provide and construct on-site and off-site street improvements for the PUD in accordance with the requirements of Part Eleven - Title One and consistent with recommendations included in traffic studies and with any agreements submitted as supporting documentation for the PUD.
(8) The design and locations of streets and parking areas shall comply with the requirements set forth in Chapter 913
, Stormwater Management.
(j) Off-street Parking. The layout of parking areas, service areas, and related entrances, exits, signs, lighting, noise sources or other potentially adverse influences shall be designed and located to protect the character of the area and as well as those areas adjacent to the development. The number of minimum and maximum parking space requirements shall comply with Section 1143.11,
unless the approved development text states otherwise.
(k) Signs. All signs and graphics within the PUD shall be compatible in size, location, height, material, shape, color, and illumination.
(1) A sign plan for the entire PUD shall set forth the design parameters for the entire project to ensure a consistent and comprehensive character throughout the project. The sign plan shall include the design, layout, and dimensions of all ground, window, canopy, awning, projecting, and wall signs as well as distances from rights-of-way and the type and intensity of illumination.
(2) Signs should contribute to an overall cohesive design, reflect simplicity, and avoid visual clutter.
(3) The overall design and placement of buildings should consider the general placement of signs so that all permanent signs and their associated lighting fixtures complement the appearance and architecture of the buildings and the PUD.
(4) Ground signs should be designed to relate to and share common design elements with the building.
(5) The materials and colors of the sign, sign background and sign frame should be compatible with the building's materials and colors.
(l) Utilities. The applicant shall provide and construct on-site and offsite water, sewer, and other infrastructure improvements for the PUD in accordance with the requirements of Part Eleven - Title One
, Subdivision Regulations and any agreements submitted as supporting documentation for the PUD.
(m) Project Phasing. If the PUD is to be implemented in phases, each phase shall have adequate provision for access, parking, stormwater management, utilities, and other public improvements to serve the development in accordance with the applicable criteria set forth above. Each phase shall be provided with temporary and/or permanent transitional features, buffers, or protective areas to prevent any adverse impact on completed phases, future phases, and adjoining property. Open space areas shall be reasonably proportioned in each phase of the project.
(n) Common Facilities. Common facilities and park areas, regardless of ownership, require maintenance. Adequate access to these facilities for vehicular traffic shall be provided at all times so that fire, police, health, sanitation, and other public utility vehicles can serve the area. All streets and roadways not dedicated to the public shall be operated and maintained at no expense to any governmental unit.
(Ord. 15-23. Passed 8-14-23.)