All PD applications shall be reviewed based on the following general criteria and the applicable review body shall consider such criteria in the creation of its specific findings when making recommendations and decisions regarding PD applications:
(a) The proposed development is in conformity with the goals, policies, and any applicable recommendation plans adopted by City Council;
(b) The proposed development meets the intent and spirit of this code and all other applicable City ordinances;
(c) The development provides an environment of stable character that promotes a harmonious relationship between land uses within the site and a harmonious relationship with surrounding development, utilizing adequate screening where necessary;
(d) The proposed development provides a development pattern which preserves and utilizes the natural topography, geologic features, scenic vistas, natural vegetation and natural drainage patterns of the site;
(e) The proposed development minimizes nuisances between residential areas and other land uses;
(f) The proposed development, while compatible with its surroundings, provides a more diverse environment for living, shopping and/or working than would be possible under strict application of the standard minimum design requirements of other districts provided within this code;
(g) The proposed development promotes greater efficiency in the use of land and does not impose an undue burden on public services and facilities such as fire and police protection, public works, schools, water supply and wastewater disposal due to excessive population densities;
(h) The proposed development is not likely to result in significant adverse impacts upon the natural environment, including air, water, noise, stormwater management, wildlife, and vegetation, or such impacts will be substantially mitigated;
(i) The proposed development is accessible from public thoroughfares adequate to accommodate the traffic which will be imposed on them by the proposed development, and the proposed streets and parking areas within the site are adequate to serve the proposed arrangement and densities of land uses;
(j) The internal connectivity will assist in creating safe traffic patterns for pedestrians and cars while also minimizing the need for multiple curb cuts;
(k) The proposed development minimizes pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicle conflicts;
(l) The proposed development provides a higher quality and more useful design of landscaping and open space and amenities than would normally be required under the strict application of existing zoning and subdivision requirements;
(m) The proposed development contains such proposed covenants, easements, association by-laws and other such provisions as may reasonably be required for the public health, safety, convenience, comfort, prosperity and general welfare;
(n) Where common open space is required, appropriate arrangements with the applicant have been made which will ensure the reservation of common open space as identified on the PD Development Plan. Furthermore, the PD Development Plan shall demonstrate how the open spaces shall be duly transferred and maintained by a legally established homeowners' association or another public or quasi-public agency for preservation and maintenance;
(o) The proposed development is designed in such a way that each individual section of the development as well as the total development can exist as an independent section capable of creating an environment of sustained desirability and stability or that adequate assurance has been provided that such an objective shall be attained;
(p) Appropriate agreements with the applicant have been made to ensure the proper completion of public improvements in compliance with the requirements of this code;
(q) The proposed development can be substantially completed within the time specified in the schedule of development submitted by the developer; and
(r) The PD plans have been transmitted to all other agencies and departments charged with responsibility of review and any identified issues have been reasonably addressed by the applicant.
(Ord. 2024-032. Passed 7-22-24.)