(A) Description and purpose.
(1) The purpose of a planned unit development (PUD) is to permit greater flexibility in development than is generally possible under standard district regulations. It is further intended to promote more efficient use of land while providing a harmonious variety of housing choices, the integration of necessary commercial and community facilities, and the preservation of open space.
(2) These PUD provisions are not intended as a device for ignoring the other requirements of this chapter. These provisions are intended to result in land development substantially consistent with the underlying zoning.
(B) Qualifying conditions.
(1) The tract of land for which a PUD application is received must be either in one ownership or the subject of an application filed jointly by the owners of all properties.
(2) The property which is the subject of a PUD application must be a minimum of ten contiguous acres in total area.
(3) To be considered as a PUD, the proposed development must fulfill one of the following conditions:
(a) The PUD contains two or more separate and distinct uses, for example, single-family and multiple-family dwellings;
(b) The PUD site exhibits significant natural features which will be preserved as a result of the PUD plan; or
(c) The PUD is designed to preserve at least 75% of the total area of the site in active agriculture or open space.
(C) Review procedures.
(1) Preliminary sketch plan.
(a) To be considered as a PUD, the applicant shall be required to first receive approval of a sketch plan in accordance with the requirements of this section.
(b) Applications for sketch plan approval for PUDs shall be submitted to the Zoning Administrator at least 30 days prior to the date of first consideration by the Planning Commission.
(c) The application materials shall include all the following information, unless the Zoning Administrator determines that some of the required information is not reasonably necessary:
1. Current proof of ownership of the land to be utilized or evidence of a contractual ability to acquire such land, such as an option or purchase agreement;
2. Written documentation that the proposal meets the standards of section 14.08, F, 3;
3. If a phased development is proposed, identification of the areas included in each phase. For residential uses, identify the number, type, and density of proposed housing units within each phase; and
4. A completed application form, supplied by the Zoning Administrator, and an application fee.
(d) The Planning Commission shall either deny, approve, or approve with conditions, the sketch plan.
(e) Changes in the sketch plan shall be submitted to the Planning Commission pursuant to the above procedures applicable to the original application.
(2) Final site plan approval.
(a) After receiving approval of a sketch plan from the Planning Commission, the applicant shall within one year submit a final site plan to the Planning Commission.
(b) The final site plan may be for either the entire project or for one or more phases. Site plan approval shall be conducted in accordance with the requirements of § 155.099.
(c) Failure to submit a final site plan for approval within the one-year period shall void the previous sketch plan approval and a new application shall be required to be submitted and approved in accordance with these provisions.
(d) The Planning Commission shall either deny, approve, or approve with conditions, the final site plan.
(e) Changes in the final site plan shall be submitted to the Planning Commission pursuant to the above procedures applicable to the original application.
(D) Permitted uses. The following uses shall be permitted in accordance with the applicable PUD requirements:
(1) Single-family dwellings;
(2) Two-family dwellings;
(3) Multiple-family dwellings;
(4) Permitted uses in the C District, subject to the standards noted for non-residential uses in the PUD; and
(5) Site condominiums.
(E) Site development requirements.
(1) Residential uses. The minimum lot area, width, setbacks, and yard requirements for any lot designated for residential use may be established by the Planning Commission, subject to the following considerations:
(a) Character of the neighborhood in which the development is proposed;
(b) The proximity of other residential districts or uses; and
(c) Unique site conditions, such as the presence of drainage ways, significant natural features, soil conditions, and the like.
(2) Non-residential uses.
(a) All non-residential uses allowed in the PUD shall occupy no more than 10% of the PUD project’s developable area.
(b) All such uses shall be integrated into the design of the project with similar architectural and site development elements, such as signs, landscaping, and the like.
(c) Such uses shall be permitted only if they will not materially alter the existing character of the neighborhood and/or the PUD.
(d) All merchandise for display, sale, or lease shall be entirely within an enclosed building.
(e) Buildings designed for non-residential uses shall be constructed according to the following requirements:
1. If the entire PUD contains fewer than 20 dwelling units, 75% of these units must be constructed prior to construction of any non-residential use; and
2. If the PUD contains more than 20 dwelling units, 50% of these units shall be constructed prior to the construction of any non-residential use.
(3) Open space. The amount of open space set aside for common use of the PUD shall be determined by the Planning Commission, subject to the following considerations and requirements:
(a) Open space areas shall be large enough and of proper dimensions so as to constitute a useable area, with adequate access such that all properties within the entire PUD may utilize the available open space;
(b) Evidence shall be given that satisfactory arrangements will be made for the maintenance of such designated land to relieve the township of the future maintenance thereof; and
(c) Open space will be provided where natural features may be preserved and/or be used for passive or active recreation.
(4) Wires. All electric and telephone transmission wires shall be placed underground.
(6) Signs. Signs are permitted in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 153. The least intensive district in which the use is permitted shall be used in determining sign requirements.
(F) Approval standards. The Planning Commission shall consider and find that the standards noted below have each been satisfied before granting approval of any PUD:
(1) The standards of § 155.100; and
(2) The standards of § 155.132(A)(1) through (A)(4).
(Ord. passed 7-30-2015)