These Stow-Kent Overlay District regulations are designed to achieve the following objectives:
(a) Provide the maximum opportunity for orderly, large-scale developments which benefit the community as a whole by offering a greater choice of living environments and commercial activities through both residential and commercial uses;
(b) Provide for the redevelopment of existing commercial sites in order to enhance the appearance, increase open space, and create a sustainable development that is compatible with adjacent properties; and
(c) Provide greater flexibility in the spacing of buildings, parking areas and other accessory structures in order to encourage the following:
(1) Provide for pedestrian and vehicular circulation in an efficient, creative and safe manner;
(2) Provision of readily accessible recreation areas and green spaces;
(3) Conservation of the natural amenities of the landscape; and
(4) Creation of functional and interesting residential, business, and mixed-use areas.
(Ord. 2012-115. Passed 9-13-12.)