Blanding City Zoning Code

Under the normal provisions of this title, a zone lot must be designated and maintained for each structure containing a permitted use. Pursuant to the procedures hereinafter set forth, two (2) or more structures any be erected and maintained on the same zone lot and several zone lots containing individual structures may be combined into one development complex. This procedure is intended to permit developments of several structures containing the same or different uses while yet maintaining adequate standards for the preservation of the public health, safety and welfare. This chapter alters no other provisions of this title other than the requirements that a separate zone lot be maintained for each structure containing a permitted use. 

HISTORY:

(Ord. 1978-1, 3-8-1978, as amended)

A development plan shall be filed with the building inspector in any instance where two (2) or more structures containing permitted uses are to occupy a single zone lot. Such a filing shall include:

1. Statement Of Ownership: A statement certifying that the signatories are the owners of the tract described and agree to be bound by the provisions of the development plan.
2. Plat: Plats or plans drawn to scale showing at least the following detail:
3.  The legal description of the land area included in the proposed zone lot; and
4. The land area to be included in the development plan; and
5.  The proposed finish grade for the designated area; and
6. The location of each existing and proposed structure with a notation as to the permitted uses which will occupy the structures; and
7. All public and private streets immediately adjacent to and within the site, including those proposed; and
8. All pedestrian areas and open areas; and
9. Location and height of all fences and walls; and
10. Location, size and height of all signs; and
11. Type of surfacing, such as paving, turf, gravel; and
12. Location of all fire hydrants.

HISTORY:

(Ord. 1978-1, 3-8-1978, as amended)

The building inspector will receive all development plans submitted pursuant to this chapter and shall review them for completeness. If such plans are found complete, he shall transmit them with any comments to the planning commission. The planning commission may confer with any agency or person in its review of the development plan, and after such review will approve or disapprove the plan. Approvals may be accompanied by conditions or limitations. The approved plan shall then be returned to the building inspector for the issuance of proper permits and for recording and filing. The planning commission's review of the development plan shall be based on the following standards:

1. The structures noted on the plan must meet all of the limitations as to height, setback, lot coverage and other regulations governing in the zoning district in which the development plan is located.
2. Adequate provisions must be made for:
3. Proper grading, paving, gutters and treatment of turf to handle storm water and prevent erosion.
4. Pedestrianways and open spaces which are safe and convenient and separated from vehicular traffic, loading and parking.
5. Safe and efficient vehicular circulation both on the site and at entrances to the public street system.
6. Safe play and recreational areas for residential complexes intended for family occupancy.
7. In commercial complexes, screening or planting to shield any adjacent residential areas from the visual encroachment of commercial architecture and activity.
8. Buildings shall not be so arranged that any inhabited building is inaccessible by emergency vehicles.
9.  Buildings containing dwelling units shall be so arranged so that windows and entrances are assured adequate exposure to light and air and oriented to preserve visual and audible privacy between adjacent buildings.

HISTORY:

(Ord. 1978-1, 3-8-1978, as amended)

Development plans, approved by the planning commission and recorded and filed by the building inspector, shall be binding upon the owner or owners of the land included in the plan, and all permits and certificates shall be issued in accordance with the recorded plan. 

HISTORY:

(Ord. 1978-1, 3-8-1978, as amended)