The requirements for providing for public parks and public open space may, at the Planning Commission's discretion, be met in one of the following ways:
(a) The applicant (developer) shall offer for dedication 1,200 square feet of land area per dwelling unit;
(b) The applicant (developer) shall pay to the City the per dwelling unit fee established by Council based on the total number of dwelling units proposed in the development plan or subdivision; or
(c) The applicant (developer) shall pay the fee for a portion of the dwelling units and offer land for dedication for the remaining dwelling units.
The Planning Commission shall determine the manner in which the public parks and public open space requirement will be met. The Planning Commission shall use the Comprehensive Plan as a guide in determining whether to accept the dedication of land or the payment of the fee in lieu of the land for dedication as a public park or public open space site and shall consider the topography, drainage, soil conditions, and accessibility of the parcel. Prior to making a determination, the Planning Commission shall refer the proposal to the Parks and Recreation Board for its advice and recommendation.
(Ord. 24-97. Passed 10-14-97.)