The purpose of this chapter is to establish procedures for the planning and design commission and city council to regulate properties under multiple ownership that are in need of general physical and economic improvement, or have special environmental features that standard land use, zoning, and other regulations cannot adequately address. For such areas to achieve their fullest potential, it may be desirable to provide for a range or mixture of uses that would not otherwise be permitted with standard zoning designations. This chapter is intended to promote the utilization of selected areas of a community by:
A. Providing flexibility to stimulate new development in existing neighborhoods that are experiencing obsolescence or decline;
B. Providing incentives for private development that would not otherwise be possible through a strict interpretation of development standards, subject to minimum health and safety regulations;
C. Providing mechanisms for preserving and enhancing unique environmental features, wildlife habitat, or other considerations located on the property; and
D. Encouraging coordinated development of properties through a unified development theme consistent with the goals and criteria established for the area. (Ord. 2013-0020 § 1; Ord. 2013-0007 § 1)