14-12-010 MASTER PLANNED ZONE: Objectives, Restrictions

The objective of the Master Planned Zone is to allow for the development of large tracts of property with densities higher than the base density allowed in the standard residential zones, but not exceeding the highest densities allowed in the Comprehensive General Plan. In projects which include more than one density area, as shown in the Comprehensive General Plan, blended densities may be used throughout the project, as long as the combined density does not exceed the density allowed in the total project area. In return, amenities above and beyond standard development are required. Property will not be zoned for Master Planned Developments until an application is filed, providing all the information required in this chapter. If the Council approves the application, it may change the zone at that time. Simultaneous with the zone change, a development agreement must be presented to the Council, which will set forth the conditions, requirements, amenities, and obligations of the project. The property will be zoned “Master Planned Zone” and the densities will be established in the development agreement. Approval of a Master Planned Development is discretionary with the Council. Applications for a master Planned Development will be approved by the council based on a number of factors. Factors to be considered are the amenities offered, the densities sought, the qualification of the management team, the timing of construction, the phasing of amenities, and the overall quality of the project.