The Planning Commission (with guidance from the Parks and Recreation Board) may determine that private recreational facilities or common open space provided as part of a planned residential development or MUPD, or associated with a single-family attached or multi-family development, are of equivalent value to provide adequate open space opportunities for the residents of the proposed development that would otherwise need to be provided by the City. In such case, the Planning Commission may waive all or a portion of the requirement set forth in Section 1216.02.
(a) In making such a determination, the Planning Commission shall consider the type and size of facilities provided, the availability of the facilities to the residents, and the likelihood that such facilities will lessen the need for additional public parks and public open space for the residents.
(Ord. 24-97. Passed 10-14-97.)
(b) Any private recreation facilities or common open space accepted as meeting the requirements of this chapter shall be improved, (including grading, seeding, drainage, etc.) as recommended by the City Engineer, and approved by the Planning Commission.
(Ord. 75-2005. Passed 10-11-05.)