A. One of the principal objectives of this zoning title is to provide for a compatible arrangement of uses of land and buildings which is consistent with the requirements and welfare of the village. To accomplish this objective most uses are classified as permitted or special uses in one or more of the districts established by this zoning title. It is recognized, however, that there are certain uses, whether or not designated as permitted or special, which because of their scope, location or specific characteristics give rise to a need for a more comprehensive consideration of their impact both with regard to the neighboring land and the village in general. Such uses as fall within the provisions of this section shall only be permitted if authorized as a planned development.
B. The board of trustees, in accordance with the procedures and standards set forth in this section, may grant planned development permits authorizing the establishment of planned developments.
C. Planned developments may include uses or combinations of uses currently permitted in the underlying zoning district and those uses which are currently prohibited or special uses provided for elsewhere in this zoning title. However, an applicant may petition for consideration of a use or combination of uses not specifically allowed in the underlying zoning district provided that the village board finds that the conditions, procedures and standards of this section are met and provided further that such use or combination of uses is clearly shown to be beneficial to the village and surrounding neighborhood.
D. It is the purpose of planned developments to enable the granting of certain allowances or modifications from the basic provisions of this zoning title to achieve attractive and timely development in furtherance of the village's objectives and proposed land uses as stated in the comprehensive plan and policy resolutions of the village board.
E. Through the flexibility of the planned development process, the village seeks to achieve the following specific objectives:
1. Creation of a more desirable environment than would be possible through strict application of other village land use regulations.
2. Promotion of a creative approach to the use of land and related physical facilities resulting in better design and development, including aesthetic amenities.
3. Combination and coordination of the character, the form, and the relationship of structures to one another.
4. Preservation and enhancement of desirable site characteristics such as natural topography, vegetation, and geologic features.
5. Provision for the preservation and beneficial use of open space, or an increase in the amount of open space over that which would result from the application of conventional zoning regulations.
6. Encouragement of land uses or combination of uses that maintain the existing character and property values of the village, and promote the public health, safety, comfort, and general welfare of its residents.
7. Promotion of long term planning pursuant to a master plan which will allow harmonious and compatible land uses or combination of uses with surrounding areas.
F. The development of village owned buildings or property shall be exempt from the requirements of this section. (Ord. 3587, 2-29-2016)