17.26.010   Purpose and intent.
   The purpose and intent of the Planned Development regulations contained in this chapter is to provide for land development consisting of a related group of residential housing types or commercial uses, including but not limited to, attached or detached single-family housing, cluster housing, patio homes, town houses, apartments, condominiums or cooperatives or any combination thereof and including related open spaces and community services consisting of recreational, commercial and offices, infrastructure, maintenance and operational facilities essential to the development, all comprehensively planned. Such land development normally requires deviation from the normal zoning regulations and standards regarding lot size, yard requirements, bulk and structural coverage in an effort to maximize the benefits accruing to the citizens of Visalia. (Ord. 2017-01 (part), 2017: Ord. 9718 § 2 (part), 1997: prior code § 7410)