§ 46-313. Requirements.

(a)

Special exception within districts. A R-PUD planned unit development shall be recognized as a special exception use within zoning districts. The requirements listed in this section shall apply in addition to all other applicable requirements of this chapter for the districts in which such uses are located. Control of such R-PUD developments shall be the responsibility of the city planning commission.

(b)

Purpose. The purpose of these regulations is to permit greater flexibility in the development of zoning districts than is generally possible under conventional zoning regulations. It is further intended to promote more efficient use of the land while permitting a harmonious variety of development choices, the integration of necessary services and community facilities and the preservation of open space for park and recreational use. A permit may be issued for construction and occupancy of a R-PUD subject to compliance with the requirements, standards and procedures set forth in this chapter.

(c)

General requirements for residential planned unit developments.

(1)

Minimum area. The minimum area for a R-PUD special exception permit shall not be less than five contiguous acres of land. However, an area bounded on all sides by a public street, railroad, or other external barriers of a similar defining nature shall be considered for a R-PUD, regardless of minimum acreage.

(2)

Ownership. The tract of land for a project must be either in one ownership or the subject of an application filed jointly by the owners of all property involved.

(3)

Location. Residential planned unit developments shall be allowed in any zoning district.

(4)

Utilities. Public water, sanitary sewer and storm drainage facilities shall be provided as part of the site development. All public utility transmission lines shall be placed underground.

(5)

Streets. All streets shall be approved by the city engineer. All sewer and water installations and use shall be approved by the city utilities director.

(d)

Approval. Approval by the city planning commission of a sketch plan and detailed site plan for all planned use development is required.

(Prior Code, § 5.35; Ord. No. 95-17, 7-17-1995)