Land Development Ordinance - Amended 6-3-2024

Establish land-use patterns that promote and expand opportunities for public transportation and multi-modes of transportation that are efficient and complement the network of streets and utilities, thereby lowering development maintenance cost.

e. Preservation of Natural Features

Incorporate natural features and environmentally sensitive areas as part of the design of the development. Protect these areas for their natural beauty and as public space for the enjoyment of the residents.

§9-5002 GENERAL REGULATIONS

The following standards shall apply to the overall size and uses permitted in a Planned Unit Development District:

a. Master Plan

A Planned Unit Development District requires a master plan to be submitted with the proposed Planned Unit Development District. The master plan shall consist of the boundaries of the proposed Planned Unit Development District, and shall delineate and/or include the following components:

(1) Uses Permitted by Right . The arrangement of uses within a Planned Unit

Development District, as identified on the master plan shall not require individual zonings. A Planned Unit Development District offers the flexibility to locate appropriate uses for the benefit of an economical and sustainable development, and provides the greater interest for the public health, safety and general welfare. Identify the location of proposed residential types with acreage and phasing. Identify the location of nonresidential sites with acreage and type. (2) Open Space . The master plan shall indicate where varying types of open space are located, including parks (private or proposed dedication to the Town), greenways, and protected environmentally sensitive areas.

(3) Thoroughfare Network . Identify major thoroughfares and streets within the proposed master plan including ingress and egress locations to adjacent thoroughfares, internal circulation and connectivity.

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