In addition to complying with the standards in this Chapter, the Planning and Zoning Commission shall only approve a preliminary or final development plan when it is determined to be in compliance with the following criteria:
(a) Each part of the development can exist as an independent unit capable of creating an environment of sustained desirability and stability or that adequate assurance will be provided that such objective will be attained; the uses proposed will not be detrimental to present and potential surrounding uses, but will have beneficial effect which could not be achieved under standard district regulations.
(b) The development will preserve and be sensitive to the natural characteristics of the site in a manner that complies with the applicable regulations set forth in this Planning and Zoning Code.
(c) The streets and thoroughfares proposed are suitable and adequate to carry anticipated traffic, and increased densities will not generate traffic in such amounts as to overload the street network outside the Conservation Development.
(d) The development will result in a harmonious grouping of dwellings so that the area surrounding said development can be developed in coordination and substantial compatibility with the proposed development.
(e) The existing and proposed utility services are adequate for population densities and nonresidential uses proposed.
(f) Maximum possible privacy for adjacent residential properties shall be provided through good design and use of the proper building materials and landscaping according to the requirements set forth in this Planning and Zoning Code.
(g) Adequate provisions are made in the final covenants and restrictions to be imposed upon the development relating to the following:
(1) The use and development of accessory buildings and uses associated with individual dwellings.
(2) The maintenance of the land, including any common areas and sidewalks.
(h) On-site circulation shall be designed to provide for adequate fire and police protection, and safe and efficient pedestrian and vehicular circulation.
(i) Adequate provision is made for storm drainage and sediment control in compliance with applicable City provisions.
(j) The proposed development complies with all other applicable provisions of this Planning and Zoning Code.
(Ord. 2006-35. Passed 5-25-06.)