(a) Each Final Site Plan shall conform to the applicable provisions of this Zoning Code and the criteria listed below in addition to any conditions imposed by the Planning Commission:
(1) All elements of the Final Site Plan shall be harmoniously and efficiently organized in relation to topography, the size and type of lot, the character of adjoining property and the type and size of buildings. The site shall be so developed as not to impede the normal and orderly development or improvement of surrounding property for uses permitted in this Zoning Code.
(2) The landscape shall be preserved in its natural state, insofar as practical, by minimizing tree, other vegetative material and soil removal and by topographic modifications which result in maximum harmony with adjacent areas. Landscape elements shall minimize negative impacts and allow for the appropriate blending of the Final Site Plan with the surrounding community and in the case of parking lots, provide directional guidance to drivers. Landscaping, buffering and screening shall conform to the requirements of this Zoning Code.
(3) Special attention shall be given to proper site drainage so that removal of storm waters will not increase off-site sedimentation or otherwise adversely affect neighboring properties.
(4) The Final Site Plan shall provide reasonable, visual and sound privacy for all dwelling units located therein. Special attention shall be given to ensure the peaceful surroundings of any nearby dwellings or other types of communities so as to lend continuity and that adequate natural light that may be currently enjoyed and continued to be enjoyed by the surrounding structures. Fences, walks, barriers and landscaping shall be used, as appropriate, for the protection and enhancement of property and for the privacy of its occupants.
(5) All buildings or groups of buildings shall be so arranged as to permit emergency vehicle access by some practical means to all sides.
(6) Every structure or dwelling unit shall have access to a public street, private easement, private place, walkway or other area dedicated to common use.
(7) A pedestrian circulation system shall be provided which is insulated as completely as reasonably possible from the vehicular circulation system.
(8) Exterior lighting shall be designed and arranged so that it is deflected away from adjacent streets and adjoining properties. Flashing, twinkling or intermittent lights shall not be permitted.
(9) The arrangement of public or common ways for vehicular and pedestrian circulation shall respect the pattern of existing or planned streets and pedestrian or bicycle pathways in the area. Streets and drives which are part of an existing or planned street pattern which serves adjacent development shall be of a width appropriate to the traffic volume they will carry and shall have a dedicated right-of-way according to the standards of the City.
(10) All roads dedicated to public use shall be developed in accordance with City specifications.
(11) All parking areas shall be so designed to facilitate efficient and safe vehicular and pedestrian circulation, minimize congestion at ingress and egress points to intersecting roads, including the use of service drives as appropriate and minimize the negative visual impact of such parking areas.
(12) Residential and nonresidential development shall not include unnecessary curb cuts and commercial service drives shall be used where the opportunity exists.
(13) The Final Site Plan shall provide for the appropriate location of all necessary and proposed utilities. Locational requirements shall include underground facilities to the greatest extent feasible.
(14) Final Site Plans shall conform to all applicable requirements of State and Federal statutes and approval may be conditioned on the applicant receiving necessary State and Federal permits before the Final Site Plan approval is granted.
(15) The applicant shall demonstrate that reasonable precautions will be made to prevent hazardous materials from entering the environment including:
A. Sites at which hazardous substances are stored, used or generated shall be designed to prevent spills and discharges to the air, surface of the ground, ground water, lakes, streams, rivers or wetlands.
B. Secondary containment for above ground areas where hazardous substances are stored or used shall be provided. Secondary containment shall be sufficient to store the substances for the maximum anticipated period of time necessary for the recovery of any released substances.
C. State and Federal agency requirements for storage, spill prevention, record keeping, emergency response, transport and disposal of hazardous substances shall be met. No discharges to ground water, including direct and indirect discharges, shall be allowed without required permits and approvals.
(Ord. 28-2006. Passed 3-7-06.)