The following design criteria shall be used as the principal criteria in evaluating the merits of a proposed development plan. It shall be the burden of the applicant to prove by a preponderance of the evidence that the submittal material and the proposed development plan comply with each of the following standards, or demonstrate that one or more of them is not applicable, or that a practical solution consistent with the public interest has been achieved:
(A) Compatibility. Design compatibility and sensitivity to the immediate environment, neighborhood and adjacent properties relative to architectural design, scale, bulk, building height, buffer zones, identity, character, visual integrity and orientation;
(B) Relationship. Uses, activity and density which provide a compatible, efficient and workable relationship with surrounding uses and activity;
(C) Parking and loading. Compliance with parking and loading requirements as outlined in Chapter 10 of this title;
(D) Comprehensive plan. Conformity with the Vail Comprehensive Plan, town policies and urban design plans.
(E) Natural and/or geologic hazard. Identification and mitigation of natural and/or geologic hazards that affect the property on which the development plan is proposed;
(F) Design features. Site plan, building design and location and open space provisions designed to produce a functional development responsive and sensitive to natural features, vegetation and overall aesthetic quality of the community;
(G) Traffic. A circulation system designed for both vehicles and pedestrians addressing on and off site traffic circulation;
(H) Landscaping. Functional and aesthetic landscaping and open space in order to optimize and preserve natural features, recreation, views and function;
(I) Workable plan. Phasing plan or subdivision plan that will maintain a workable, functional and efficient relationship throughout the development of the development plan; and
(J) Annexed lands. Conformity with the terms of an annexation agreement and demonstration of a compelling public benefit which furthers the public interest.
(Ord. 4(2003) § 1; Ord. 29(2005) § 25)