§ 19.780.055 — Density and findings for Small Lot PRD

19.780.055 - Density and findings for Small Lot PRD.

A. Maximum density. The maximum density of a Small Lot PRD project shall be consistent with the underlying General Plan land use designation and any applicable Specific Plan. B. Minimum density. Small Lot PRD projects shall provide a minimum of 50 percent of the density of the underlying General Plan land use designation. C. Findings. Compliance with the following criteria shall be demonstrated for a proposed project to be approved. Failure to substantially meet or exceed all these standards shall result in disapproval of the project. 1. The property is well served by public infrastructure; 2. The project enjoys good access to public services, including schools, shopping and public and semipublic facilities; 3. The site is located on streets capable of accommodating the anticipated traffic. A traffic study may be required; 4. The project complies with the purpose and standards of this chapter, demonstrates substantial compliance with the provisions of the Citywide Design and Sign Guidelines, and is in accordance with City Codes, which may include deviations by variances when required findings are made. Additional criteria used in evaluating the design of the project shall include, but shall not be limited to, the following: a. Open space is distributed on the site and accessible to all units; b. An efficient circulation system consisting of both vehicular lanes and pedestrian walkways; and c. Sensitivity to surrounding community and attention to the edge conditions. 5. The project proposes development in an environmentally and topographically sensitive manner in order to minimize the impacts of development on adjacent properties, and is designed in a manner that is compatible with the adjacent and existing development in the vicinity.

(Ord. 7683, § 22, 2024)