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6.a)2) Planned Unit Development � - � � a � a � DRAFI'July l,2010 Chapter Two 0 Zoning Regulations SECTION 7.0 PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT 7.1 Purpose.The purpose of a Planned Unit Development(PUD) is to provide a comprehensive procedure that allows for more flexibility in development design than is possible under traditional zoning and subdivision regulations. A PUD allows for two or more principal uses,or two or more principal structures, on a single parcel of land. The intent of a PUD is to allow for: (1) a mix of land uses; (2) a mix of housing types; (3) creative site design that varies from certain land use regulations and at the same time incorporates design elements that exceed the minimum requirements of this Chapter and are in harmony with the Scandia Architectural Design Guidelines; (4) coordinated plans for landscaping,buildings, sidewalks or trails,and parking;- (5) preservation and enhancement of the natural environment; (6) enhancement of community character through design consistent with historical development patterns; and (7) efficient use of land resulting in smaller networks of utilities and streets,thereby lowering the City's maintenance and investment costs. 7.2 Administration. A PUD shall be permitted through the issuance of a Conditional Use Permit, following the procedures and requirements of Chapter 1,Conditional Use Pernut.A PUD that proposes subdivision of land shall in addition follow the procedures and requirements of Chapter 3. (1) Pre-application procedures CA) Prior to filing the application,the applicant shall arrange for and attend a pre- application conference with the Zoning Administrator or designated staff.The primary purpose of the conference is for the applicant to gather information and obtain guidance as to the general suitability of the proposal prior to incurring expenditures in the preparation of plans, surveys,and other data. (B) After the pre-application meeting and prior to filing the application,the applicant shall submit a Pre-Application Sketch. The purpose of the sketch is to inform the City of the applicant's intentions and to inform the applicant as to the general acceptability of the proposal before extensive costs are incurred.The review process and submittal requirements of Chapter l, Site Plan Review,Pre-Application Sketch Review shall apply,unless the proposal consists of land subdivision. If land subdivision is proposed,the review process and submittal requirements of Chapter 3,Concept Review, shall apply. (2) Application procedures City of Scandia Development Code 2-� ' DRAFT July 1,2010 Chapter Two 0 Zoning Regulations (A) The PUD application shall consist of all items required for a Conditional Use Pernut application,per Chapter 1. If land subdivision is proposed,the applicant shall also follow the application procedure and application submittal requirements of Chapter 3. (B) The application shall specify how the request proposes to vary from the requirements of the Development Code. (C) The application shall include a purpose statement identifying how it meets the Pwpose of this Section and its relationship to the Comprehensive Plan. (D) The application shall contain a staging plan,if development is proposed in stages. The staging plan shall indicate phasing, starting dates,and completion dates. 7.3 Districts,Uses, and Densitv. (1) PUDs are allowed by Conditional Use Permit in the VN,VMUA,VMUB,IP,and RCOMM Districts. (2) All permitted uses, accessory uses,conditional uses, interim uses, or uses allowed by administrative pemut in the District shall be treated as potentially allowable uses within the PUD. (3) The maximum density of a PUD shall not exceed the maximum density permitted in the District. 7.4 Standards.The City may grant variations from some of the standards of this Chapter or subdivision standards of Chapter 3,including minimum setbacks,minimum lot sizes,minimum number of off street parking spaces,maximum building height,maximum lot coverage, or minimum frontage, if the variations achieve the purpose of this Section.The following standards apply. (1) Relationship to adjacent areas.The design of a PUD shall take into account the relationship of the site to the surrounding areas.The perimeter of the PUD shall be designed to minimize any undesirable impact of the development on adjacent properties and,conversely,to minimize any undesirable impact of adjacent]and use and development characteristics on the PUD. (2) Utilities. In any PUD,all utilities, including telephone,electricity,gas and cable, shall be installed underground. (3) Streets. All streets shall be public streets. All streets in the PUD shall conform to the specific design standards approved as part of the PUD. If no such specific design standards have been proposed, all streets in the PUD shall conform to the design standards contained in the subdivision regulations. (4) Phasing of development. All development conducted in phases shall be carried out in accordance with the approved staging plan. All of the developer's responsibilities for prior phases shall be satisfied prior to commencement of activities in subsequent phases,unless otherwise approved in the staging plan. 7.5 Required Findin sg for Approval. The Planning Commission shall recommend findings and the City Council shall find the following prior to the approval of the PUD: City of Scandia Development Code 2-2 � � DRAFT July 1,2010 Chapter Two 0 Zoning Regulations (1) The PUD is not in conflict with the Comprehensive Plan. (2) The PUD meets the Purpose of a Planned Unit Development as stated in this Chapter. (3) The PUD or phase of development thereof is of sufficient size,composition, and arrangement that its construction,marketing, and/or operation is feasible as a complete unit without dependence upon any other subsequent phase of development. (4) The PUD will not create an excessive burden on pazks, schools, streets and other public facilities and utilities which serve or are proposed to serve the planned development. (5) The PUD will not have an adverse impact on the reasonable enjoyment of the neighboring property. (6) The quality of the building and site design shall substantially enhance the aesthetics of the site. (7) The PUD will create a public benefit that is greater than what would be achieved through the strict application of the zoning and subdivision regulations. 7.6 Chan e� s to Approved Development Plans. (1) Minor changes to final development plans adopted by the City Council may be approved by the Zoning Administrator,provided that the changes do not involve the following: (A) Increase in floor area of structures or number of dwelling units. (B) Change in exterior building material. (C) Alteration of any condition of the Conditional Use Permit. -(D) Alteration to any modification to the final plans that was made by the City Council. Clar, f� ? (2) If any changes are proposed that do involve the changes listed above,or the proposed change is otherwise considered by the City to be a major change to final development plans, said changes shall require an amendment to the Conditional Use Pernut. 7.7 Performance and Financial Guarantee.Following approval of the Conditional Use Pernut and prior to the issuing of any building permits or the commencing of any work,the applicant may be required to guarantee to the City the completion of the approved development plans and provide financial guarantee. The guarantee shall be made by means of a site improvement performance agreement per Chapter 1, Site Plan Review, or development agreement per Chapter 3,whichever is deemed more appropriate by the City. City of Scandia Development Code 2-3