El Paso City Zoning Code
ARTICLE XIV
Residential Planned Unit Developments
§ 315-99 Procedure.
[Amended 2-6-2017 by Ord. No. 994]
Residential planned unit developments shall comply with the following procedures:
A.
A preapplication conference between the developer and the Zoning Board of Appeals is required for the purpose of establishing guidelines and general information before entering into building commitments or incurring substantial expense in the preparation of plans.
B.
Preliminary development plans drawn to the requirements of § 315-100 shall be filed with the Zoning Officer, who shall forward five copies to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The cost of all plans shall be borne by the developer.
C.
The Zoning Board of Appeals shall be given 14 working days to review the preliminary plans and determine which environmental incentives shall apply under the provisions of this chapter, and shall hold a hearing on the preliminary plans and make its recommendation to the City Council. The Plan Commission may submit its comments and recommendations to the Zoning Board for consideration in its deliberations.
D.
The City Council shall take action only on the preliminary plans and proposed density.
E.
The petitioner shall submit final plans to the Zoning Board of Appeals within six months after the City Council approves preliminary plans. The Zoning Board of Appeals shall be given 14 days to act on the final plans. In the event the Zoning Board of Appeals rejects or denies the final plan, the petitioner shall have the right to appeal to the City Council.
F.
The final site plan, as adopted, shall be filed with the County Recorder.
§ 315-100 Preliminary development plan.
The preliminary development plan shall contain all of the following material:
A.
The name and address of all owners of the site proposed for development as well as the names and addresses of all professional site planners, architects, engineers, surveyors or other consultants.
B.
A legal description of the site proposed for development.
C.
A general area plan drawing reflecting the intended use and future street locations for adjacent areas when the proposed planned unit development is intended to represent a single phase of a longer-range development.
D.
The location of all property lines, existing streets, easements, utilities and any other significant physical features.
E.
Date, North arrow and graphic scale (not less than one inch equals 100 feet) of all drawings submitted.
F.
Present and proposed zoning (if applicable).
G.
An indication of the existing conditions on the tract, including contour lines (two-foot intervals), watercourses and existing drainage facilities, wooded areas and isolated trees, walks or other improvements, and existing buildings and structures, with an indication of those which will be removed and those which will be retained as part of the development.
[Amended 2-6-2017 by Ord. No. 994]
H.
An indication of the area surrounding the site, showing land use, peculiar physical features, public facilities and existing zoning.
I.
A site plan of the proposed development indicating the general location of the following:
(1)
All buildings, structures and other improvements.
(2)
Common open space.
(3)
Off-street parking facilities and number of spaces to be provided.
(4)
Sidewalks.
(5)
Illuminated areas.
(6)
Use of open space being provided.
(7)
Screening or buffering of the development perimeters.
(8)
Indication as to which areas and streets are intended to be public.
(9)
All utilities, including storm drainage, sanitary sewers and water service.
(10)
Such other documents explaining other circumstances as the Plan Commission may require.
J.
Quantitative data indicating the following:
(1)
Total number of dwelling units by type (if applicable).
(2)
Total number of dwelling units by number of bedrooms per unit.
(3)
Proposed lot coverage of buildings and structures (percent of total).
(4)
Approximate gross and net residential densities, excluding all streets and roadways (if applicable).
(5)
Total amount of usable open space area provided in the tract.
(6)
Such other calculations as the Zoning Board of Appeals may require.
K.
Elevation or perspective drawings of all buildings and improvements sufficient to show the developer's intent.
L.
A development schedule indicating:
(1)
The approximate date when construction of the project will begin;
(2)
The stages in which the project will be built and the approximate date when construction of each stage will begin;
(3)
The approximate dates when the development of each of the stages will be completed; and
(4)
The area and location of common open space that will be provided at each stage.
M.
If the applicant intends to sell or lease all or a portion of the planned unit development after the project is approved, a statement shall be presented to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The conditions of sale and maintenance of such developed properties shall be stipulated. Any covenants, deed restrictions or other similar agreements between the applicant and future owners shall be presented.
§ 315-101 Final development plan.
A.
Within six months following the approval of the preliminary development plan by the City Council, the applicant shall submit the final development plan. Five copies of the final development plan shall be filed containing all information, plans and data as required by this section:
(2)
An accurate legal description and property survey of the entire area included within the planned development.
(3)
Designation of the location of all proposed structures, and the internal uses, in sufficient detail to determine off-street parking requirements.
(4)
Architectural elevations, pavement types, culverts, common open space, recreation facilities, sidewalks, illumination, landscaping and any other pertinent features of the planned development.
(5)
Certificates, seals and signatures required for the dedication of land, recording the documents and such other legal documents as may be required.
(6)
Accurate tabulations on the use of the area, including land area, number of buildings, number of dwelling units per acre (if applicable), total common open space, percentage of paved area and total number of parking spaces provided.
(7)
All curb cuts, driving lanes, parking and loading areas, public transportation points, street signs and illuminated facilities for the same.
(8)
Any other plans or specifications that may be necessary for final engineering approval of drainage, street design and other facilities by the Plan Commission.
(9)
Development schedule.
(a)
A development schedule indicating:
[1]
The date when construction of the project will begin;
[2]
The stages in which the project will be built and the date when construction of each stage will begin;
[3]
The dates when the development of each of the stages will be completed; and
[4]
The area and location of common open space that will be provided at each stage.
(b)
Failure to maintain the schedule will authorize revocation of the approval for the planned development and no further building permits or occupancy permits shall be granted.
B.
The applicant shall conform to the development schedule as required in this section. If no construction has begun or no approved principal use is established in the planned unit development within one year from the approval of the final development plan by the Zoning Board of Appeals, the approval of the final development plan shall lapse and be voided and no longer in effect.
C.
In its discretion and for good cause, the Zoning Board of Appeals may recommend to the City Council the extension, for one additional year, of the period for the beginning of construction, the establishment of an approved principal use or completion of a phase of development as indicated in the development schedule. If a final development plan lapses under the provisions of this section, the Zoning Officer shall notify the applicant, at the address given on the plan submitted, of the revocation or approval of the planned unit development.
[Amended 2-6-2017 by Ord. No. 994]
D.
If the applicant intends to sell or lease all or a portion of the planned unit development after the project is approved, a statement shall be presented to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The conditions of sale and maintenance of such developed properties shall be stipulated. Any covenants, deed restrictions or other similar agreements between the applicant and future owners shall be presented.
E.
The applicant shall set forth in detail his proposal for the perpetual maintenance of common areas and other community facilities, such as, but not limited to: landscaped areas, pedestrianways, recreation facilities, parking areas, project gates, project security or protective devices, wastewater treatment facilities or potable water supply. This proposal for such maintenance may include one or more of the following devices: mandatory homeowners' association or community association permanent trust, public ownership and maintenance of the fee or a lesser interest, public utility maintenance or operation by the landlord, a combination of one or more of these arrangements, or a similar device. The proposal for perpetual maintenance shall be subject to City approval with or without modification deemed necessary to ensure perpetuity.
§ 315-102 Development standards.
A.
The water supply and wastewater collection and treatment system shall be extensions or additions to the City systems.
B.
The minimum size of parcel shall be at least 26,000 square feet, with at least 100 feet of frontage on a public street.
[Amended 2-6-2017 by Ord. No. 994]
C.
Construction of any building or placement of fill in or on any flood-hazard area shall be floodproofed and constructed or placed so that flood hazard to other property is not increased thereby.
[Amended 2-6-2017 by Ord. No. 994]
D.
The total floor area in all buildings shall not exceed 0.5 times the lot area.
E.
The total usable open space shall at least equal 0.8 times the total floor area. The overall density of the development shall not exceed that specified for the district in which located, except that the density may be increased up to 80% by applying certain environmental incentives provided in § 315-103 approved by the Zoning Board of Appeals and the City Council.
F.
There shall be at least two off-street parking spaces per dwelling unit.
G.
The following regulations and standards shall apply to the spacing of buildings:
Number of Stories | Between Fronts and/or Backs (feet) | Between Ends (feet) | Between Ends and Fronts or Backs (feet) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 or 2 | 55 | 25 | 35 | |
Each additional story above the first two, per story | Add 5 | Add 5 per story | Add 5 per story |
H.
The highest building shall not exceed four stories unless adequate means of fire protection and rescue are provided, which may include contracts with municipal corporations having equipment capable of affording protection to higher structures.
I.
The setback requirement of the district in which located shall apply to public streets around and in the development as to building placement and off-street parking.
J.
No building shall be built or constructed within 25 feet of the PUD District or site property line.
K.
L.
There shall be interior sidewalks constructed of a hard material and designed to interconnect the development and minimize pedestrian and automobile conflicts.
M.
Up to 5% of the total tract may be used for commercial uses allowed in the C-1 District; in no case shall the commercial tract be less than one acre.
[Amended 2-6-2017 by Ord. No. 994]
N.
All utilities on site must be underground.
§ 315-103 Environmental incentives.
The number of permitted dwelling units may be increased up to 80% by the following amenities, provided the percentages for each item be applied cumulatively and that each percentage figure appearing next to each of the incentives be used as a maximum and not necessarily an automatic figure to be given. It shall be up to the Zoning Board of Appeals to determine the percent increase in density, if any, to be allowed for any particular incentive. In no case shall the cumulative total of applied incentives exceed 80%.
A.
Usable open space.
(1)
As the amount of usable open space is increased above the minimum, the density may also be increased up to a maximum of a 13% increase allowed for additional usable open space.
Amount of Usable Open Space Times the Total Floor Area | Increase in Density | |
|---|---|---|
0.801 to 0.816 | 1% | |
0.817 to 0.832 | 2% | |
0.833 to 0.840 | 3% | |
0.841 to 0.856 | 4% | |
0.857 to 0.872 | 5% | |
0.873 to 0.888 | 6% | |
0.889 to 0.904 | 7% | |
0.905 to 0.920 | 8% | |
0.921 to 0.936 | 9% | |
0.937 to 0.952 | 10% | |
0.953 to 0.968 | 11% | |
0.969 to 0.982 | 12% | |
0.983 and above | 13% |
(2)
For 6% usable open space dedicated and acceptable for public use, 6% increase.
B.
Site planning design.
(1)
Increase of 6% for excellence in use of existing topography.
(2)
Increase of 4% for excellence in siting building and building groups, which may include variations in building setbacks.
(3)
Increase of 4% for provision in design for courtyards, gardens and patios.
(4)
Increase of 2% for proper consideration of building orientation with respect to sun and wind.
(5)
Increase of 4% for preservation of existing desirable natural growth.
(6)
Increase of 4% for preservation and/or enhancement of vista or views within the site or from outside the site into the site.
C.
Landscape planting and screening: increase of 3% for excellence in quality and amount of standard tree and shrub planning, including peripheral and interior screen planting and fencing.
D.
Facilities and amenities.
(1)
Increase of 5% for recreational facilities, which may or may not include a golf course, occupying one square foot for every five square feet of residential floor area.
(2)
Increase of 5% for swimming pool (5% for each pool, not to exceed 10%), subject to § 315-104A(4).
(3)
Increase of 3% for tennis courts (1% of each court, not to exceed 5%) and playground recreation equipment.
(4)
Increase of 5% for community center building and/or club.
(5)
Increase of 4% for land area for a public building site, such as a fire station.
(6)
Increase of 3% for lakes and water features.
(7)
Increase of 3% for provisions for pedestrian facilities, such as plazas, trails, bicycle racks, benches, etc.
(8)
Increase of 4% for use of sculpture, fountains, reflecting pools and similar features in design.
(9)
Increase of 5% for use of pneumatic pipeline for conveyance of refuse or garbage to a central location point.
§ 315-104 Changes to approved planned unit development.
A.
No changes may be made in the final development plan during the construction of a planned unit development except upon application to the zoning department, which shall refer it to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Minor changes in the location, siting and height of buildings and structures may be authorized by the Zoning Board of Appeals without additional public hearings, if required by engineering or other circumstances not foreseen at the time the final plan was approved. No change authorized by this section may cause any of the following:
B.
All other changes in use, or rearrangement of lots, blocks and building tracts, or any changes in the provision of common open spaces and changes other than those listed in Subsection A of this section, must be made by the City Council after a public hearing and a recommendation by the Zoning Board of Appeals. Such amendments may be made only if they are shown to be required by changes in conditions that have occurred since the final plan was approved, or by changes which are approved in the final plan, and must be recorded as amendments in accordance with the procedure established for the recording of the initial final plan documents.