(A) It is the intent of this district to provide flexibility from conventional zoning regulations with increased public review for planned development district projects in order to:
(1) Encourage well-planned, efficient urban development.
(2) Allow a planned and coordinated mix of land uses which are compatible and are harmonious, but previously discouraged by conventional zoning procedures.
(3) Encourage more creative, higher quality and more ecologically sensitive urban design with special consideration given to projects which incorporate desirable design features, including but not limited to underground parking, orientation or design to take advantage of solar energy, environmental preservation, historic preservation, handicapped accessible structures, unique use of open spaces or other desirable design features.
(4) Improve communication and cooperation among the city, land developers, and interested residents in the urbanization of new lands and the renewal of existing deteriorated areas.
(B) The developments within the planned development district shall comply with the policies and design standards of the Vermillion Comprehensive Plan. The development shall be mutually compatible with adjacent projected developments.
(C) The planned development district that is being presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission, and to the City Council, shall be at least 3.5-acres in area. The size of the district may vary once the initial development plan is approved by the City Council.
(Ord. 1189, passed 7-7-2008; Am. Ord. 1409, passed 12-2-2019)