(a) Development Standards. The provisions of Chapter 1272
shall pertain to Special Districts. Because of the unique nature and requirements of the uses in Special Districts, and because their locations cannot be readily predetermined, appropriate development standards cannot be set forth, but development standards, requirements and other provisions of this Zoning Code, as they may be appropriate, shall be used.
(b) Procedure. The following procedure shall be followed when placing land in a Special District.
(1) Development Plan. Three copies of a development plan shall be submitted to the Clerk of the Planning and Zoning Commission with the application for amendment of the Zoning District Map. Such plan shall include, in text or map form:
A. The proposed location and size of areas of use, indicating the size, location and type of structure;
B. The proposed location, size and use of all open areas landscaped and other open spaces, with suggested ownership of such areas;
C. The proposed provision of water, sanitary sewer and surface drainage facilities, including engineering feasibility or other evidence of reasonableness;
D. The proposed circulation pattern, including streets, both public and private, parking areas, walks and other accessways, including their relation to topography and existing streets, and other evidence of reasonableness;
E. The proposed schedule of site development and construction of buildings and associated facilities, including sketches or other documentation indicating design principles or concepts for site development, buildings, landscapes or other features. Such schedule shall include the use or redevelopment of existing features, such as structures, streets, easements, utility lines and land uses;
F. The relationship of the proposed development to the existing and future land use in the surrounding area, the street system, community facilities and services and other public improvements; and
G. Evidence that the applicant has sufficient control over the land to effectuate the proposed development plan within three years. Such control includes property rights, economic resources and engineering feasibility, as may be necessary.
(2) Basis of Approval. The basis of approval for a Special District shall be:
A. The proposed development is consistent in all respects with the purpose, intent and applicable standards of this Zoning Code;
B. The proposed development is in conformity with a comprehensive plan or a portion thereof, as it may apply; and
C. The proposed development advances the general welfare of the village and that the benefits to be derived from the proposed use justify the change in the land use character of the area.
(3) Effect of Approval. The development plan, as approved by Council, shall constitute an amendment of the Zoning District Map and a supplement to the Special District regulations, as they apply to the land included in the approved amendment. Such approval shall be for a period of three years to allow for the preparation of a subdivision plat, submitted in accordance with the subdivision regulations, if required, or, if no plat is required for the completion of the development plan, for an application for a certificate of zoning compliance to be made. If a plat is not submitted and filed, and if a certificate of zoning compliance is not applied for and used, within the three-year period, the approval shall be voided and the land shall revert to its previous zoning district, unless an application for a time extension is submitted and approved in accordance with division (b)(4) below.
(4) Time Extension; Modification of Plan. An extension of the time limit or a modification of the approved development plan may be approved by Council. Such approval shall be given upon a finding of the purpose and necessity for such extension or modification and evidence of reasonable effort toward the accomplishment of the original development plan, provided that such extension or modification is not in conflict with the general health, safety and welfare of the public or the development standards of a Special District.
(c) Special Uses. The following listed uses shall be subject to Special District regulations, as set forth in this section, except as they may be permitted by other provisions of this Zoning Code:
(1) Transportation. Airports or flying fields, transportation terminals, depots or other transportation facilities not exempt from regulation;
(2) Recreation and Amusement.
A. Amusement centers, amusement parks, skating rinks, miniature golf courses, swimming pools, drive-in theaters or similar facilities;
B. Athletic fields, stadiums, race tracks or similar sports facilities not otherwise allowed by the provisions of this Zoning Code;
C. Golf clubs, country clubs, fishing clubs or lakes, gun clubs, riding stables, including the boarding of animals, or similar recreational facilities operated on an admission fee or membership basis; and
D. Resort establishments, parks, camping or boating facilities, picnic grounds or similar recreational facilities operated on an admission fee or membership basis.
(3) Social and Cultural Institutions.
A. Cemeteries or crematories not otherwise allowed by the provisions of this Zoning Code;
B. Hospitals, sanitoriums, convalescent homes, rest homes or homes for children or the aged not otherwise allowed by the provisions of this Zoning Code; and
C. Private schools or colleges, including those with students or faculty in residence, not otherwise allowed by the provisions of this Zoning Code.
(4) Unique or Exceptional Uses. Other legal uses of unique or exceptional requirements or circumstances that are otherwise not permitted by this Zoning Code.
(Ord. 5-89, passed 5-8-1989)