23-11 Density

A. Base Density: The base density for a planned development shall be determined as set forth herein; provided, however, that base density shall not exceed the density permitted in the underlying zone in which the planned development will be situated. B. Base Density Calculation: The base density shall be determined by applying the following formula: Number of Units = Net Land Area Minimum Unit Size in Underlying Zone The Net Land Area is defined as the Gross Land Area; minus 20% of the Gross Land Area to account for roads and alleys; minus the Sensitive Lands Area determined by the Natural Resource Inventory Map required in Section 23-8-C. C. Density Bonus: The City Council, after receiving a recommendation from the Planning Commission, may authorize a density bonus as an incentive for an applicant to provide amenities that are not required by this Chapter or the applicable underlying zone, and which otherwise would not be provided. 1. The permitted bonus density shall be a minimum of 5%, with a maximum bonus density determined for a planned development utilizing the Analysis Table outlined in Exhibit L of this Chapter, in accordance with the following: Bonus Densities Acres 10 – 100 101 – 250 251 - 500 501 – 750 751 – up Max Bonus % 10* 15 20 25 30 * includes automatic 5% Bonus 2. The basis for granting a density bonus shall be included in the findings required to approve a planned development set forth in Section 20-8 of this Chapter. 3. A density bonus may be authorized up to the maximum allowed based upon provision of one (1) or more of the following criteria. a. Combine and coordinate architectural styles, building forms, and structural/visual relationships within an environment that allows mixing of residential types and other land uses in an innovative and functionally efficient manner (up to 5%). i. A minimum of seventy-five (75) percent of the front exterior of each dwelling exclusive of windows or doors consists of brick or stone. ii. Required parking for each unit is provided within a garage. iii. Provide a mix of residential types. b. Providing for parks, trails, and recreational facilities (up to 5%). i. The project includes recreational entities primarily for the use by residents of the development including swimming pools, sports courts, spas, barbecue and picnic facilities. ii. Development of one (1) or more common buildings used for meetings, indoor recreation, day care, or other common uses. iii. Dedication and improvement of land for accessible parks and trail systems that connect to existing trails and to the Master Trails Plan. c. Encourage imaginative design, efficient utilization of land and the creation of permanent open space (up to 5%). i. Additional landscaping is designed and installed along all streets of the development according to a theme which provides overall design unity. ii. Theme lighting is used throughout the development for street lighting, walkway lighting, parking areas, entrances, and building exteriors. iii. Perimeter fencing is used throughout the project that matches building design, such as, masonry columns or piers using the same brick or stone as the buildings. iv. Special features such as fountains, streams, ponds, sculptures, buildings or other elements which establish a strong design theme for the development and are utilized in highly visible locations. d. Designating and donating land for public/civic buildings and amenities primarily for use by the general public (up to 5%); or constructing public/civic buildings and amenities primarily for use by the general public (up to an additional 5%); subject to acceptance by Kanab City; including at least four of the following: i. Community center; ii. Swimming pool; iii. Recreational facility; iv. Amphitheater; v. School; vi. Church; vii. Fire station; or viii. Library e. Providing for parking upgrades (up to 5%). i. Parking Lots are screened from public view by means of increased berms or landscaping around the parking lot perimeter. ii. Parking lots have landscaped islands beyond the minimum required by Chapter 9 of this ordinance. iii. Additional large trees that will shade fifty (50) percent of the parking area upon tree maturation. iv. Provision of screened recreational vehicle parking areas. v. Neighborhood parking areas placed throughout the development. d. Providing an affordable housing component into the development agreement (up to 10%). g. Implementing specific Off-Site Improvements to meet General Plan Community Goals (up to 15%); i. By implementing specific Goals as outlined in the Kanab City General Plan. Approval made by the City Council with recommendations from the Kanab Planning and Zoning Commission. Requires cost analysis/benefit by City Engineer. h. Implementing specific Residential and Commercial requirements. (up to 5%); Landscaping i. Develop a Residential and Commercial Landscaping Plan to be approved in the Project Development Agreement. See Exhibits J & K for suggested guidelines. D. Density Cap: Regardless of the overall density allowed by the base density calculation and density bonuses, in no case shall the density exceed 15 units per acre.