The planned unit development (PUD) zoning district is intended to provide locations that allow development incorporating planning initiatives that achieve unique or innovative development that is not otherwise permitted under traditional zoning districts and development standards. These planning initiatives may include (a) efforts to reintegrate the components of modern life including housing, workplace, shopping and recreation into compact, pedestrian-friendly, mixed-use neighborhoods linked by transit or pedestrian linkages or both set in a larger regional open space framework; (b) promotion of development that (1) encourages interaction with the street and with neighboring properties; (2) uses land resources more efficiently through compact building forms, infill development, and moderation in street and parking standards in order to lessen land consumption and preserve natural resources; (3) supports the location of stores, offices, residences, schools, recreation spaces, and other public facilities within walking distance of each other in compact neighborhoods that are designed to provide alternate opportunities for easier movement and interaction; (4) provides a variety of housing choices to create a diverse community; (5) supports walking, cycling, and transit as attractive alternatives to driving; provides alternative routes that disperse, rather than concentrate, traffic congestion; and lowers traffic speeds in neighborhoods; (6) connects infrastructure and development decisions to minimize future costs by creating neighborhoods where more people use existing services and facilities; and by integrating development and land use with transit routes and stations; and (7) improves the development standards review process and development standards so that developers are encouraged to apply the principles stated above.

The standards and procedures of this district are intended to promote flexibility of design and permit planned diversification and integration of uses and structures, while at the same time establishing limitations and regulations as deemed necessary to be consistent with the city's comprehensive plan and to protect the health, safety and general welfare of the public.

This section is only applicable to development applications on property entirely within a PUD zoning district as of the effective date of this section. No applications for rezoning to PUD for parcels of land designated as any other zoning district shall be accepted or processed.

(Ord. No. C-02-35, § 1, 11-19-02;Ord. No. C-13-42, § 1, 10-1-13)

For the purpose of this section, the following definitions shall apply:

A.

City plan. Shall mean City of Fort Lauderdale Comprehensive Plan.

B.

Development plan. Shall mean the site plan, design plan and any and all conditions approved by ordinance rezoning to a PUD.

C.

NPF CRA. Shall mean the Northwest Progresso Community Redevelopment Area established by Resolution 95-86 as amended.

D.

Redevelopment plan. Shall mean the community redevelopment plan for the NPF CRA as approved by Resolution 95-170 as amended.

E.

PUD (planned unit development). Shall mean a development on land under unified control that meets the criteria for a planned unit development as described in this Section 47-37. Upon adoption of an ordinance approving the site plan and design characteristics that become the zoning regulations for the property on which the PUD is located, the area designated as a PUD zoning district.

(Ord. No. C-02-35, § 1, 11-19-02)

In addition to the criteria provided in Sec. 47-24.4.D for a rezoning approval, the following conditions shall apply:

A.

Minimum area for a PUD zoning district. Except for properties located in the NPF CRA, the minimum land area required for an application to a PUD district shall be two (2) acres. There shall be no minimum area requirement for properties in the NPF CRA. The minimum area requirement may be modified by the city commission after recommendation of the planning and zoning board based on the following criteria:

1.

Based on the dedication of a minimum of twenty percent (20%) of the total area of the property to public open space, the net area of the property is less than two (2) acres, or

2.

At least twenty percent (20%) of the total number of proposed housing units is to be developed for affordable housing, or

3.

The proposed development is located near, and is designed to integrate bus or rail transit lines or both.

B.

Consistency with the NPF CRA goals and objectives. For properties located in the NPF CRA, the proposed development shall be consistent with the redevelopment plan for the NPF CRA.

C.

Configuration of the PUD zoning district. The tracts of land which comprise the PUD zoning district shall be abutting, with the exception of intervening minor streets or alleys.

D.

Entire tract under unified control. An applicant must be the owner or owners of the property with fee simple title or his or her authorized representative.

E.

Applicability. This section is applicable to only proposed development located on property entirely within an existing PUD zoning district as of the effective date of Section 47-37A. No applications for a rezoning to PUD on parcels of land designated as any other zoning district shall be accepted or processed.

(Ord. No. C-02-35, § 1, 11-19-02; Ord. No. C-13-42, § 1, 10-1-13)

The uses permitted within the PUD district shall be established at the time of rezoning to PUD and shall be consistent with the city's comprehensive plan.

(Ord. No. C-02-35, § 1, 11-19-02)

A.

In addition to the application requirements for a rezoning and a site plan level IV permit in accordance with 47-24.2 and 47-24.4, the following shall be submitted as a part of an application for PUD:

1.

A PUD narrative describing the proposed PUD, which includes:

a.

The general design concept for the PUD including but not limited to the proposed site design, how it integrates and relates to the proposed uses and existing development in the surrounding area; and

b.

The unique design aspects of the proposed PUD, how the PUD complies with the intent and purpose of the PUD district described in paragraph 47-37.1 and identification of the traditional zoning district that could apply to the PUD but for the proposed PUD's unique characteristics and identification of those aspects the PUD that make it not feasible to develop under a traditional zoning district.

2.

The number of acres proposed to be developed in the various use categories shown on the site plan.

3.

The number and type of dwelling units proposed for the overall site and each proposed building, including dwelling unit per net acre calculations.

4.

A description of how the proposed PUD meets adequacy requirements as provided in Sec. 47-25.2.

5.

A description of the proposed phasing of construction of the PUD, if applicable and an estimated completion date.

6.

A map showing the zoning districts in the surrounding area and photographs or depictions of development in the surrounding area and a description of how the proposed PUD is compatible with the use, height, size, yards and other aspects of the surrounding development or what aspects of the proposed PUD will mitigate any difference between the PUD and the development in the surrounding area.

(Ord. No. C-02-35, § 1, 11-19-02)

A.

The permitted principal and accessory uses, height, bulk, shadow, open space, yards, setbacks, separation between building, floor area ratio, density, design concept and standards, signs, landscaping, parking bufferyards, fences and all other development standards for the PUD shall be as established by ordinance approving a PUD based on the criteria provided in this Section 47-37.

B.

Off-street parking requirements shall meet the requirements provided in Sec. 47-20.2 unless a lesser parking requirement is approved. A reduction of the parking requirement may be approved for any use proposed in the PUD.

(Ord. No. C-02-35, § 1, 11-19-02)

In addition to the criteria provided for a rezoning approval as provided in Section 47-24.4 and the site plan level IV criteria provided in Section 47-24.2 the following additional development criteria shall apply:

A.

There are unique aspects of the proposed PUD that achieve the intent and purpose of a PUD as described in paragraph 47-37.1 of this section and a clear reason why the proposed development could not be developed under a traditional zoning district.

B.

The proposed site and use meet the conditions and criteria provided in this Section 47-37.

C.

The site design, including yards, setbacks, landscaping and open space shall be compatible with the surrounding area in accordance with Section 47-25.3 A.3.e.i.

D.

The height, bulk, shadow, mass and design of any structure located on the site shall be compatible with surrounding area in accordance with Section 47-25.3.A.3.e.i.

E.

Land uses within the development shall be appropriate in their proposed location, compatible with their relationship to each other, and in their relationship with uses and activities on abutting and nearby properties.

F.

The development shall have a long-term beneficial effect both upon the area of the city in which it is proposed to be established and upon the city as a whole. Long-term benefits shall include but are not limited to improvements to vehicular and pedestrian circulation, implementation of the goals, policies and objectives of the city plan, and to city adopted redevelopment and neighborhood master plans. The applicant shall provide a narrative describing these benefits, together with supporting documentation, to document the stated benefits.

G.

The criteria provided in Section 47-20.3.A.5., Reductions and Exemptions, shall be applicable to a request to reduce the parking requirement as provided in Sec. 47-37.6.B.

H.

Areas proposed for common ownership shall be subject to a maintenance agreement.

(Ord. No. C-02-35, § 1, 11-19-02)

A.

The review process for a rezoning to PUD district is as follows:

1.

A pre-application conference with the department shall be required prior to submitting a PUD rezoning application. The purpose of the pre-application conference is to allow the applicant and staff to discuss the PUD review process, the proposed design concept of the development plan and how it complies with the conditions and criteria specified in this section, and the goals, objectives and policies of the city plan, as they relate to the proposed development.

2.

Rezoning application review. The PUD rezoning application shall be reviewed in accordance with Sec. 47-24.4.C. As part of the approval of the rezoning, offsite and on-site conditions may be imposed if the condition is necessary to ensure that the development meets the requirements of Section 47-37; ensures that the PUD is compatible with the neighborhood within which it is located and that will be impacted by the PUD; mitigates any adverse impacts which arise in connection with the approval of the rezoning or any continuation thereof. Conditions for approval may relate to any aspect of the development, including but not limited to height, bulk, shadow, mass and design of any structure, parking, access, public transit and landscaping requirements. Any decision or action by a lower body such as the development review committee, historic preservation board or planning and zoning board with regard to development of a PUD which decision or action could be appealed or be subject to city commission request for review shall act as a recommendation and the decision or action shall be considered by the city commission as part of the review of the PUD zoning district.

(Ord. No. C-02-35, § 1, 11-19-02)

No building permits shall be issued prior to the recording of the ordinance rezoning to PUD. All building permits issued must be in conformance with the approved PUD zoning district.

(Ord. No. C-02-35, § 1, 11-19-02)

Flexibility and reserve units may be allocated to a PUD at the time of the PUD rezoning approval.

(Ord. No. C-02-35, § 1, 11-19-02)

The applicant shall execute such agreements, easements and other documents necessary with regard to the implementation of any conditions imposed with regard to the PUD. Such documents may include but are not limited to contracts, covenants, deed restrictions and sureties acceptable to the city for completion of the development according to the plans approved at the time of rezoning to PUD and for continuing operation and maintenance of such areas, functions, and facilities which are not proposed to be provided, operated or maintained at public expenses.

(Ord. No. C-02-35, § 1, 11-19-02)

The PUD site plan and design narrative as provided in Section 47-37.5.A.1.a. and b. as approved by the city commission including such conditions as necessary to ensure that the development meets the criteria of this section, shall, upon adoption by ordinance, be the specific zoning regulations for the property rezoned thereby and bind the property with the full force and effect of specific zoning regulations. The ordinance rezoning to PUD shall be recorded in the public records of Broward County at applicants expense. Unless otherwise provided in the approved PUD zoning district ordinance, the provisions of the ULDR with general applicability to development within the city shall apply as requirements of the development of property rezoned to PUD. Any provision of an approved PUD zoning district shall prevail when any provision elsewhere in the ULDR shall conflict.

(Ord. No. C-02-35, § 1, 11-19-02)

If the applicant wishes to change to a use that was not approved as part of the PUD zoning district, a new application for rezoning must be approved in accordance with the provisions of this section. If the applicant wishes to amend a site plan or design narrative or any other aspect PUD previously approved as part of a rezoning to PUD, such amendment shall be done in accordance with the provisions for amending a site plan level IV as provided in Sec. 47-24.2.A.5, Development permits and procedures.

(Ord. No. C-02-35, § 1, 11-19-02)

If building permits have not been issued in accordance with Section 47-24.1.M, Expiration of site plan and conditional use approvals, the approved PUD development plan shall expire and become null and void. Upon expiration of the PUD development plan, the city commission may initiate a rezoning application for the property to the zoning classification applicable to the property prior to rezoning to planned unit development.

(Ord. No. C-02-35, § 1, 11-19-02)

The Planned Development (PDD) zoning district is intended to foster, encourage and provide for development incorporating urban design principles and elements that are not otherwise permitted under the Unified Land Development Regulations zoning districts and development standards. The PDD planning elements shall include the following:

A.

Promotion of development that: (1) demonstrates substantial, significant and recognizable improvements to the neighboring community and city in general; (2) uses land resources more efficiently through compact building forms, infill development, and street design standards that encourage safety, sustainability, and multi-modal connectivity; and (3) promotes the best possible built environment based upon urban design principles resulting in high-quality urban development;

B.

The standards and procedures provided in these district regulations are intended to: (1) Promote flexibility of design and permit diversification and integration of uses with a focus on the relationship of proposed buildings to neighboring properties, streets, and public spaces including massing, scale, facade treatment and articulation, with a particular focus on ground floor activity and the appropriate placement of pedestrian and vehicular entrances, parking and service that limit pedestrian and vehicular conflicts and create an exceptional urban environment, while concurrently establishing limitations and conditions as deemed necessary to be consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan and to protect the health, safety and general welfare of the public; (2) Encourage and enhance neighborhood and community participation at the earliest pre-design opportunity and throughout the review process to minimize discord among the applicant and the affected neighborhood(s) and community; and (3) assure that adequate attention is given to the review process and the PDD limitations, in order to serve the specific purposes set forth herein and ensure that the PDD intent and purpose is met and benefits derived are balanced by the benefits to be derived by the neighborhood(s) and community.

(Ord. No. C-13-42, § 2, 10-1-13; Ord. No. C-19-04, § 1, 5-7-19)

For the purpose of this section, the following definitions shall apply:

A.

Community. Shall mean the surrounding land area, inclusive of right-of-ways, waterways and other public spaces within .25 miles from the outer boundaries of the proposed development.

B.

Development plan. Shall mean the site plan, design plan and any and all conditions approved by ordinance rezoning to a PDD.

C.

Planned. Shall mean that the character of the development is such that it utilizes a creative approach that could not otherwise be accomplished under the current ULDR regulations to meet the PDD intent, including specific elements.

D.

PD (Planned Development). Shall mean a development on land under unified control as established by a recorded document that meets the criteria for a PDD as described in this Section 47-37A. Upon adoption of an ordinance approving the site plan and design characteristics that become the specific zoning regulations and standards for the land to which the PDD is applicable.

(Ord. No. C-13-42, § 2, 10-1-13; Ord. No. C-19-04, § 1, 5-7-19)

In addition to the criteria provided in Section 47-24.4.D for a rezoning approval, the following conditions shall apply:

A.

Minimum area for a PDD zoning district. The minimum land area required for an application to an a PDD district shall be two (2) acres, with the exception of land designated as Regional Activity Center which shall be a minimum of one-half ( ¹ /2) acre. The minimum area of two (2) acres may be reduced upon a finding of substantial public benefit or similar benefit over and above the application of the ULDR; No right-of-way vacations shall be considered, for the purpose of calculating the minimum two (2) acre requirement unless acceptable and like alternate pedestrian and/or multi-modal access is provided.

The restrictive covenants applicable to those portions of the lands set aside to achieve such benefits, which are not dedicated to the public, shall be subject to the provisions of subsection 47-37A.12 and any such agreement contemplated therein shall be recorded in the public records and be binding on the lands of the PDD development, and the obligation therein provided, if any, shall be fully insured by a bond or other means. The minimum area requirements contained in this section shall not apply to any PDD application pertaining to lands located within the Northwest Community Redevelopment Area.

B.

Consistency with the goals and objectives of plans adopted for the City's Regional Activity Centers. For properties located in the City's Regional Activity Centers, the proposed development shall be consistent with the principles and guidelines of the respective existing and future master plans.

C.

Configuration of the PDD zoning district. The tracts of land which comprise the PDD zoning district shall be abutting, with the exception of intervening minor streets or alleys.

D.

Entire tract under unified control. An applicant must be the owner or owner's agent of the property with fee simple title.

(Ord. No. C-13-42, § 2, 10-1-13; Ord. No. C-19-04, § 1, 5-7-19)

The uses permitted and combination thereof within the PDD district, shall be established at the time of rezoning to PDD and shall be consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan.

(Ord. No. C-13-42, § 2, 10-1-13; Ord. No. C-19-04, § 1, 5-7-19)

Prior to the filing of an application, the applicant shall provide an opportunity for input from the property owners of the community as follows:

A.

Notice. Such notice shall clearly state that the purpose of the meeting is to introduce the proposed development concept for initial public input.

B.

Procedure. At such public meeting, the intended applicant shall introduce the development concept, including a written executive summary explaining in general how the proposed development meets the required conditions and criteria for PDD pursuant to ULDR. After such presentation, members of the public shall be given an opportunity to comment.

C.

Public participation. A PDD application is subject to Public Participation requirements pursuant to Section 47-27.4.

D.

Development review committee (DRC) meeting. Applicant shall conduct a community public meeting after the application has been evaluated at a DRC meeting.

(Ord. No. C-13-42, § 2, 10-1-13; Ord. No. C-19-04, § 1, 5-7-19)

In addition to the application requirements for a rezoning and a site plan level IV permit in accordance with 47-24.2. and 47-24.4., the following shall be submitted as a part of an application for PDD:

A.

A PDD written narrative describing the proposed PDD, which includes:

1.

The general design concept for the PDD including, but not limited to, the proposed site design, how it integrates and relates to the proposed uses, context and existing development in the surrounding community;

2.

Description of the innovative design aspects of the proposed PDD and how the proposed development complies with the intent and purpose of the PDD district described in Subsection 47-37A.1.; and

3.

Identification of those aspects of the PDD that are not in compliance with the current zoning requirements, and why the proposal presents a better overall project describing said benefits, and proposed PDD's innovative characteristics.

B.

A context plan of the surrounding land area, inclusive of right-of-ways, waterways and other public spaces, indicating proposed development and outline of all nearby properties with structures outlined, uses and approximate heights labeled (in floors), including existing setbacks, drive isle(s), and sidewalk(s) dimensions.

C.

The number and type of dwelling units, and square footage of all proposed uses and buildings on site, including dwelling unit per net acre calculations.

D.

A description of how the proposed PDD meets adequacy requirements as provided in Section 47-25.2.

E.

A description of the proposed phasing of construction of the PDD, if applicable, identifying the general schedule and specific improvements associated with each phase, the estimated start date, an estimated completion date, and shall be in accordance with the provisions for site plan expiration as provided in Section 47-24.1.M. The completion of all public improvements must be secured by a bond to be provided by the applicant, including a demolition bond to permit any unfinished phase to be demolished by the city.

F.

Aerial oblique perspectives of the project in context with adjacent properties and surroundings from opposing views, showing clear and accurate three-dimensional views in context with the surrounding area, and indicating building outlines.

(Ord. No. C-13-42, § 2, 10-1-13; Ord. No. C-19-04, § 1, 5-7-19)

A.

The permitted principal and accessory uses, height, bulk, shadow, open space, yards, setbacks, separation between buildings, floor area ratio, density, design concept and standards, signs, landscaping, parking bufferyards, fences and all other development standards for the PDD shall be as established by ordinance approving a PDD based on the criteria provided in this Section 47-37A.

B.

Parking. Off-street parking requirements provided in Section 47-20.2, may be reduced for any use proposed in the PDD subject to the criteria provided in Section 47-20.3.A.5, Reductions and Exemptions criteria. All parking reductions to be granted must be based on an identifiable plan to mitigate all negative impacts which may be associated with such reduction. Parking requirements shall be project-driven and may be reduced proportionally to the degree that shared uses, pedestrian connections, and other modes of transportation provide alternatives to vehicular trips.

C.

Areas proposed for common ownership shall be subject to the required unified control document to be recorded in the public records of Broward County. Restrictive covenants, required easements, dedication of public open space shall be recorded in the public records of Broward County.

D.

Development agreement shall provide for maintenance and other issues with bond assurances.

(Ord. No. C-13-42, § 2, 10-1-13; Ord. No. C-19-04, § 1, 5-7-19)

In addition to the criteria outlined herein, the following additional development criteria and limitations shall apply:

A.

Land uses within the development shall be appropriate in their proposed location, compatible with their relationship to each other, and with uses and activities on abutting and nearby properties; and

B.

While a mix of uses is encouraged, uses that create an inherent negative impact, such as excessive noise, odors, pollution, dust, or similar effects on adjacent uses shall be avoided. Generally, residential, office, hotel, restaurant, retail and other community-serving uses provide opportunities for successful combinations that help to create a vibrant and dynamic living environment with a variety of destinations offering goods and services in close proximity; and

C.

Where a proposed use is of larger scale and mass than existing adjacent uses, the design of the structure shall place significant consideration to transition, architectural articulation, superior lining with habitable space and screening of parking garage structures; effective transition between higher and lower density uses; or allow incompatible adjacent land uses to be developed in a manner that is not possible using a conventional zoning approach; and

D.

Street sections shall provide ample pedestrian access with continuous sidewalks and shade tree canopy balancing parking requirements with other mobility options and promote shared access between properties and uses; and

E.

Street and alley vacations shall not be considered unless the applicant demonstrates no decrease to the pedestrian and functional connectivity previously provided and increases options for pedestrian and/or multimodal connectivity; and

F.

Residential density shall be limited to fifty dwelling units per acre (50 du/ac) or when applicable, the maximum residential density permitted by the underlying land use designation or portion thereof; and

G.

Floor area ratio (FAR) for nonresidential intensity within the PDD shall be limited to a FAR of three (3) times the parcel size; and

H.

Building height may be increased by an additional amount equivalent to one hundred and twenty-five (125) percent of the existing height identified in the underlying zoning district but in no case shall exceed three hundred (300) feet.

(Ord. No. C-13-42, § 2, 10-1-13; Ord. No. C-19-04, § 1, 5-7-19)

The proposed PDD zoning ordinance shall promote development that demonstrates substantial, significant and recognizable improvements and a long-term beneficial effect to the neighboring community and the city as a whole. Examples of the noted public improvements can include:

A.

Preservation/reuse of historically significant structures not otherwise protected;

B.

Provision of a walkable mixed use neighborhood center that can reduce driving requirements for existing residential neighborhoods including incorporation of complete streets criteria in streetscape design; parking requirements may be reduced proportionally to the degree that reduced parking is justified by multi-modal connectivity as an alternative to vehicular trips;

C.

Superior architectural design, placement and orientation of buildings and attainment of Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design - Neighborhood Development (LEED ND) certification for the development or LEED certification of individual buildings and/or other similar state, national or city-recognized programs;

D.

Provision of public facilities and public open space such as plazas, parks, provision for waterfront public access, greenway features, etc. and may include amenities such as playgrounds, special event space, etc. where the quality and programming of the space shall be emphasized over quantity;

E.

Landscaping shall be provided in a manner which maximizes tree canopy, emphasizes native vegetation, improves the aesthetic appearance, and provides opportunities for storm water infiltration;

F.

Preservation or restoration of environmental or natural resources that would not otherwise be protected, including environmental remediation/brownfield redevelopment; and

G.

Other public improvements and benefits that are established as part of the development plan but are not otherwise required of an applicant such as off-site infrastructure improvements.

(Ord. No. C-13-42, § 2, 10-1-13; Ord. No. C-19-04, § 1, 5-7-19)

The review process for a rezoning to PDD district is as follows:

A.

A pre-application conference with the department shall be required prior to submitting a PDD rezoning application. The purpose of the pre-application conference is to allow the applicant and staff to discuss the proposed design concept of the development plan and how it complies with the conditions and criteria specified in this section, as well as the review process.

B.

Rezoning application review. The PDD rezoning application shall be reviewed in accordance with Section 47-24.4.C. As part of the approval of the rezoning, offsite and on-site conditions may be imposed if the condition is necessary to ensure that the development meets the requirements of Section 47-37A; ensures that the PDD is compatible with the neighborhood; mitigates any adverse impacts which arise in connection with the approval of the rezoning or any continuation thereof. Conditions for approval may relate to any aspect of the development, including, but not limited to, height, bulk, shadow, mass and design of any structure, parking, access, public transit and landscaping requirements.

C.

No PDD rezoning application shall be approved except on the affirmative vote of a super majority of four (4) members of the city commission.

(Ord. No. C-13-42, § 2, 10-1-13; Ord. No. C-19-04, § 1, 5-7-19)

No building permits shall be issued prior to the recording of the ordinance rezoning to PDD. All building permits issued must be in conformance with the approved PDD zoning district.

(Ord. No. C-13-42, § 2, 10-1-13; Ord. No. C-19-04, § 1, 5-7-19)

Flexibility units may be allocated to a PDD at the time of the PDD rezoning approval subject to the development site being located in the Unified Flex Map. A development site located outside the boundaries of the Unified Flex Map are not eligible for flex units but may be permitted affordable housing flex units.

(Ord. No. C-13-42, § 2, 10-1-13; Ord. No. C-19-04, § 1, 5-7-19)

The applicant shall execute such agreements, easements and other documents necessary with regard to the implementation of any conditions imposed with regard to the PDD. Such documents may include, but are not limited to, contracts, covenants, deed restrictions and sureties and bonds acceptable to the city for completion of the development according to the plans approved at the time of rezoning to PDD and for continuing operation and maintenance of such areas, functions, and facilities including soft and hard landscaping and other amenities which are not proposed to be provided, operated or maintained at public expense.

(Ord. No. C-13-42, § 2, 10-1-13; Ord. No. C-19-04, § 1, 5-7-19)

The PDD site plan and design narrative as provided in Section 47-37A.1.a. and b., as approved by the city commission including such conditions as necessary to ensure that the development meets the criteria of this section, shall, upon adoption by ordinance, be the specific zoning regulations for the property rezoned thereby and bind the property with the full force and effect of specific zoning regulations. The ordinance rezoning to PDD shall be recorded in the public records of Broward County at applicant's expense. Unless otherwise provided in the approved PDD zoning district ordinance, the provisions of the ULDR with general applicability to development within the city shall apply as requirements of the development of property rezoned to PDD. Any provision of an approved PDD zoning district shall prevail when any provision elsewhere in the ULDR shall conflict.

(Ord. No. C-13-42, § 2, 10-1-13; Ord. No. C-19-04, § 1, 5-7-19)

A.

If the applicant wishes to change to a use that was not approved as part of the PDD zoning district, a new application for rezoning must be approved in accordance with the provisions of this section. If the applicant wishes to amend a site plan or design narrative or any other aspect of a PDD previously approved as part of a rezoning to PDD, such amendment shall be done in accordance with the provisions for amending a site plan level IV, as provided in Section 47-24.2.A.5, Development permits and procedures.

B.

In the event a development has received previous approval, as a PUD, any requests for an amendment to such PUD shall comply with the provisions of the PUD regulations otherwise set forth in Section 47-37.

(Ord. No. C-13-42, § 2, 10-1-13; Ord. No. C-19-04, § 1, 5-7-19)

Unless a phasing plan is approved as part of the PDD approval, the provisions of Section 47-24.1.M.1., 2., 3. and 4 shall apply as to the expiration of the PDD approval. In the event the PDD approval expires, the PDD approval shall be deemed null and void, unless the same shall be extended by the city commission, but only for demonstrable hardship beyond the applicant's reasonable control. Upon expiration of the PDD development plan, the portion of the property not developed prior to the expiration of the PDD approval shall revert to the previous zoning district, without further action and the provision herein shall be included in the adopted PDD ordinance.

(Ord. No. C-13-42, § 2, 10-1-13; Ord. No. C-19-04, § 1, 5-7-19)

A.

Uptown Urban Village Northeast (UUV - NE).

B.

Uptown Urban Village Northwest (UUV - NW).

C.

Uptown Urban Village Southeast (UUV - SE).

D.

Uptown Urban Village Southwest (UUV - SW).

E.

Uptown Urban Village Southcentral (UUV - SC).

(Ord. No. C-19-34, § 3, 11-5-19)

A.

Uptown Urban Village Northeast (UUV - NE) is a district that is intended to promote the redevelopment of the Andrews Road Corridor between W. McNab Road (C-14 Canal) and W. Cypress Creek Road with a variety of residential, retail, hospitality, and mixed-use development opportunities where people can live, work and play. The district assumes more intensive development to accommodate a variety of retail, restaurant and entertainment uses with a compatible mix of residential and office. This district is generally bounded by W. Cypress Creek Road on the south, W. McNab Road (C-14 Canal) on the north, the railroad right-of-way on the west, and Interstate Highway 95 (I-95) on the east.

B.

Uptown Urban Village Northwest (UUV - NW) is a district that is intended to promote the transition from a suburban office park character to an urban-intensity, transit-oriented, mixed-use neighborhood. This district includes a compatible mix of office, mixed-use, institutional, residential, and hospitality development opportunities where people can live and work. This district is bounded by Cypress Creek Road on the south, Powerline Road to the west and the existing railroad right-of-way on the north and east sides.

C.

Uptown Urban Village Southeast (UUV - SE) is a district that is intended support urban-intensity, transit-oriented, mid-rise environment where people work and commercial services are provided. The district includes institutional, hospitality, commercial services, and office buildings that capitalize on their proximity to the Cypress Creek Tri-Rail station. Residential uses are permitted in this district, east of Andrews Avenue. This district is bounded by Interstate Highway 95 (I-95) on the east, the southern boundaries of the properties abutting the south side of NW 59 ^th Court on the south, Powerline Road on the west, and W. Cypress Creek Road on the north.

D.

Uptown Urban Village Southwest (UUV- SW) is a district that is intended to provide a mix of commercial and light industrial uses providing local and regional services. Redevelopment will establish buildings lining Powerline Road, with parking and operational areas located to the sides and rear. This district is generally bounded by the western projection of NW 63 ^rd Street on the north, NW 58 ^th Court on the south, Powerline Road on the east, and NW 10 ^th Terrace on the west.

E.

Uptown Urban Village Southcentral (UUV - SC) is a district intended to provide a mix of light industrial and commercial services. Redevelopment along Powerline Road will be oriented to the corridor with parking areas to the rear. This district is generally bounded by the railroad right-of-way on the east, south side of NW 57 ^th Street on the south, Powerline Road on the west, and north side of NW 57 ^th Place on the north.

(Ord. No. C-19-34, § 3, 11-5-19)

A.

Applicability. The following regulations shall apply to all development permitted within the Uptown Urban Village Zoning Districts as listed in Section 47-37B.4, List of Permitted and Conditional Uses, and shall be read in conjunction with the adopted design standards referenced herein in Section 47-37B.3.A.1.

1.

Uptown Urban Village Illustrations of Design Standards, herein referred to as "Uptown Master Plan". Document adopted by ordinance as part of the creation of the Uptown zoning districts and incorporated as if fully set out herein and filed with the department.

B.

Development permit and approval process. Development applications shall be reviewed for compliance with the applicable criteria as provided in the ULDR and shall demonstrate consistency with adopted standards for Uptown and as provided below.

1.

An application for a development permit that demonstrates compliance with all the applicable criteria as provided in the ULDR and demonstrates consistency with adopted design standards for Uptown shall be reviewed as Site Plan Level II, in accordance with Section 47-24, Table 1, Development Permits and Procedures.

2.

An application for a development permit that seeks alternate design solutions to Sections 47-37B.3.D.3, 47-37B.5 and 47-37B.6 shall be reviewed as follows:

a.

An application for development permit that seeks alternate design solutions shall be reviewed as a Site Plan Level II subject to City Commission approval.

b.

An application for development permit that seeks alternate design solutions shall include a concurrent Design Review Team (DRT) application for review of the proposed alternate solutions. The DRT application must include justification for each alternative solution requested and must demonstrate that the alternate solution maintains the overall intent of the design standard. The DRT application shall be reviewed by the Department's professional planning staff to determine if the requested alternate solution(s) maintain the design intent. The DRT shall forward the results of the DRT review to the approving body.

c.

Such alternate design solutions cannot include deviations to density, building height above one hundred fifty (150) feet, or maximum floor area ratio unless provided herein.

C.

Definitions. The following words when used in this section shall, for the purpose of this section, have the following meanings.

1.

Active use. A use designed to provide visual engagement between the public realm and the ground floor of buildings. Active uses enhance building facades that front a street by creating a sense of human presence, safety, and comfort.

2.

Communal space. A space that is convenient, accessible, safe, and is adaptable for certain activities including but not limited to movie rooms, cooking and dining areas, office cubicles, and is typically restricted for patrons, residents, or invited guests of the building, community, or neighborhood. Amenity space such as pools and fitness rooms are not included.

3.

Density. Density within the applicable zoning districts is limited in accordance with the number of units as provided in the adopted Comprehensive Plan, as amended from time to time, as per Section 47-28, Flexibility Rules, and any other applicable provisions in the Unified Land Development Regulation (ULDR).

4.

Enhanced architectural element. High quality building material(s) or design feature(s) that when incorporated into the design of a building or structure results in a unique, aesthetically pleasing style that is different than the surrounding buildings.

5.

Floor area ratio. For the purpose of this section, floor area ratio is calculated for non-residential uses and does not include residential uses which are calculated on density. Floor area ratio shall not include parking structures.

6.

Floorplate. The total square footage for any floor of a tower. This does not include balconies that are open on three (3) sides.

7.

Plaza/gathering area. An area located outside of the right-of-way, typically between a building and a street, or along a pedestrian path which promotes visual and pedestrian access onto the site and provides pedestrian-oriented amenities and landscaping to enhance the public's use of the space for passive activities such as resting, reading, and outdoor dining.

8.

Pocket park. A small, accessible space, mostly at grade, which fits into the urbanfabric and provides greenery, seating, and other pedestrian friendly elements for use by residents. A pocket park is not land dedicated or deeded to the city. A pocket park is a spatial requirement for development which contains residential uses to ensure adequate and sufficient open space is provided for residents.

9.

Sense of place element. Physical characteristics of a structure, area, or element that set it apart from its surroundings and contribute to its individuality through creative design elements that provided an artistic, and functional component of the project.

10.

Shoulder. The portion of a building below the horizontal stepback between a tower and a pedestal.

11.

Stepback. The horizontal dimension that defines the distance between the face of the tower and the face of the pedestal.

12.

Streetscape zone. A portion of the public right-of-way, typically adjacent to the sidewalk but outside the pedestrian walking area, including streetscape elements, landscaping, and street trees.

13.

Transit Oriented Development. Development pattern that is compact, mixed-use, pedestrian and bicycle friendly that is closely integrated with multimodal options and clusters housing, employment, services, and amenities within proximity to mass transit. Enhanced pedestrian connectivity, easily accessible multimodal options, and walkable development blocks are typical of a transit oriented development pattern.

14.

Tower. The portion of a building extending upward from the pedestal.

15.

Uptown Project Area. Generally described as the land area bound by McNab Road and the C-14 canal to the north, NW 57 ^th Street to the south, Powerline Road to the west, and I-95 to the east.

D.

Development monitoring for Uptown Zoning Districts.

1.

Density and non-residential intensity shall be in accordance with the City of Fort Lauderdale adopted Comprehensive Plan, as amended from time to time, or as permitted in Section 47-28, Flexibility Rules, Section 47-23.16, Affordable Housing Regulations, or Florida Statutes.

2.

Density of a development parcel shall not exceed fifty (50) dwelling units per acre, however the density may exceed fifty (50) dwelling units per acre in accordance with Section 47-23.16. - Affordable Housing Regulations, or as permitted under Florida Statutes.

3.

An application for a development permit that contains dwelling units must provide fifteen percent (15%) affordable units up to 120% of median income and restrict the affordable units for a period of thirty (30) years. The affordable housing set-aside can be satisfied with an in-lieu-of payment of $10,300 per unit for the total number of units in the project, increasing by 3% annually and shared equally between Broward County and the City of Fort Lauderdale.

4.

Affordable units must be constructed and receive certificates of occupancy based on any of the following scenarios:

a.

In conjunction with market rate units if development is within single building, or

b.

In conjunction with the first residential phase of a multiple-phased development, or

c.

One hundred (100) percent of the affordable units when development reaches fifty (50) percent of residential units constructed.

5.

Residential use not part of a mixed use development is subject to the following criteria:

a.

Development parcel must be designed with walkable development blocks not exceeding six hundred (600) feet by six hundred (600) feet.

b.

Development blocks fronting a Primary, Secondary or Tertiary Street must contain, at a minimum, one interior side of the block with a seven (7) foot wide sidewalk that connects to the public sidewalk, on-street parking to the extent feasible, street trees, and the front of buildings. Rear loading buildings or surface parking is not permitted along this block side.

c.

Development containing townhouses cannot exceed more than twenty (20) percent of the total number of units in the development as townhouses. Townhouses are subject to Section 47-18.33, Single family dwelling, attached townhouses.

(Ord. No. C-19-34, § 3, 11-5-19; Ord. No. C-22-18, § 8, 9-22-22; Ord. No. C-25-14, § 2, 4-15-25)

^* Subject to Section 47-37B.3.D

^** Only permitted east of Andrews Avenue.

(Ord. No. C-19-34, § 3, 11-5-19; Ord. No. C-21-17, § 1, 5-18-21; Ord. No. C-25-14, § 2, 4-15-25)

(Ord. No. C-19-34, § 3, 11-5-19; Ord. No. C-25-14, § 2, 4-15-25)

A.

Applicability. The following special regulations shall apply to all development permitted within the Uptown Urban Village zoning districts and shall be used in conjunction with the Uptown Urban Village Illustrations of Design Standards.

B.

Open space requirements.

1.

Pocket parks shall be provided for all residential development and mixed-use development containing residential uses. Common areas such as private amenity decks or pool decks can be counted toward the pocket park requirements at no greater than forty (40) percent of such private amenity square foot area.

2.

Communal space shall be provided based on residential unit size and the percentage of such in a development. Communal space may be at grade or within a building but cannot include amenity areas such as pool decks or fitness facilities.

3.

Plaza/gathering areas shall be provided for commercial uses or mixed-use development containing commercial uses and is based on the total square footage of commercial use. Outdoor dining can be credited toward plaza/gathering area requirements.

4.

Pocket parks and plaza/gathering areas that are connected, abutting, or immediately adjacent to one another can be reduced by fifty (50) percent of required area.

5.

Spatial requirements for Section 47-37B.6.B.1 through Section 47-37B.6.B.3 are provided in Table 47-37B.6.C, Spatial Requirements for Open Space.

6.

Landscape requirements not specified herein shall comply with Section 47-21.

C.

Table of Spatial Requirements for Open Space.

D.

Street hierarchy. Development applications shall construct or improve the streets listed below by demonstrating compliance with the street cross sections as identified in the Uptown Master Plan. In the event the street is under jurisdiction of another local government or Broward County, then such deviations to the street cross section required by that jurisdiction shall not be considered an alternate design solution to the Uptown regulations.

1.

Primary streets include Cypress Creek Road, N Andrews Avenue, and N Powerline Road. Primary streets are major arterials designed to move regional traffic through the Uptown Urban Village. This street typology is proposed to largely remain as is, though some changes to configuration will occur with the implementation of I-95 interchange modifications, particularly at Cypress Creek Road.

2.

Secondary streets include NW 65 ^th Court, NW 63 ^rd Street, NW 5 ^th Way, NW 59 ^th Court, and NW 6 ^th Way. Secondary streets provide internal connectivity within sub-areas of the Uptown Urban Village. This street typology is proposed to be modified to accommodate a variety of multi-modal improvements depending on the location within the area.

3.

Tertiary streets include NW 67 ^th Street, NW 2 ^nd Avenue, NW 57 ^th Place, NW 57 ^th Court, and NW 57 ^th Street and newly-proposed roads in Sub-Area Planning Districts 1, 2, 3 and 5 within the Uptown Urban Village. Tertiary streets are internal connectors identified primarily for service and site access to individual development sites.

E.

Drive-thru design. Drive-thru facilities shall not directly face primary and secondary streets and shall incorporate the following site design requirements.

1.

Drive-thru facilities shall not be free-standing building and shall be integrated into a building that contains a minimum of two (2) other uses.

2.

Access to the drive-thru facilities may be through a single curb cut on Secondary Street or from an internal circulation drive.

3.

Drive-thru windows and point of purchase signage such as menu boards shall not front a public street and shall be located on the side or rear of the building.

4.

Landscaping shall screen the drive-thru aisle from adjacent users to minimize the visual impact.

F.

Building design. Building facades facing primary and secondary streets shall include building articulation that meets the following design elements:

1.

For every one hundred (100) feet of building facade length, there shall be a minimum of three (3) feet of building articulation including but not limited to projections, recesses, or reveals;

2.

First two (2) floors shall contain a minimum of two (2) building materials of high quality. Stucco shall not be counted to meet the two (2) material requirement; and

3.

Building corners shall contain special corner treatments both vertically and horizontally with varying angles to emphasize the building corner. Entrances located in building corners shall contain enhanced architectural elements such as large awnings or canopies, significant banding treatments, or other unique design material.

G.

Arrangement of uses. Mixed-use developments are required to arrange uses based on the following:

1.

Mixed-use development arranged in a horizontal configuration shall be designed with the residential use facing other residential use, or open space, or the principal front entrance of non-residential or mixed-use buildings located across a public street so that the front of the residential use does not face surface parking lots, parking structures, or back of non-residential buildings.

2.

Mixed-use development arranged in a vertical configuration must contain non-residential uses as part of the ground floor with the exception of principal entrance for the residential use or the incorporation of live-work unit.

H.

Parking, passenger loading and bicycle storage.

1.

Off-street parking in the UUV-NE district shall be located behind the front setback of the building nearest to Andrews Avenue with the exception that no more than one (1) aisle of parking fronting Andrews Avenue.

2.

Off-street parking in the UUV-NW and UUV-SE districts shall be located behind the front setback of the building nearest to primary and secondary streets.

3.

Off-street parking shall be organized into parking lot areas with no more than two hundred (200) spaces separated by any of the following elements; buildings, open space, enhanced landscaped areas, water bodies, or plaza/gathering areas.

4.

Off-street parking requirements including parking reductions and exemptions not specified herein shall meet the regulations provided in Section 47-20.

5.

Passenger loading areas shall meet the following:

a.

Location is limited to secondary and tertiary streets;

b.

One-way traffic movement with adequate width for by-pass lane;

c.

Areas designated for passenger loading and valet service shall be limited to twenty (20) percent of the building frontage.

d.

Covered passenger loading areas such as a port cochere are permitted with buildings that have a minimum length of one hundred fifty (150) feet and shall not exceed eighty (80) feet or twenty five (25) percent of the building frontage, whichever is less.

6.

Bicycle parking and storage shall be provided as follows:

a.

Bicycle parking for short term use shall be installed as bike racks within fifty (50) feet of building entrance.

b.

Bicycle storage for long term use shall be provided within an enclosed, secure building space, with direct access to sidewalk or bike lane, and include racks for individual storage.

c.

Bicycle requirements are listed in Table 1.

Table 1. Bicycle Parking and Storage Requirements

I.

Parking structures.

1.

Parking structures fronting primary and secondary streets shall meet the following:

a.

When fronting primary and secondary streets, the ground floor of structure must contain active uses for a minimum of seventy (70) percent of the frontage;

b.

Upper levels of the parking structure shall be screened from public view with liner units or active use or exceptional architectural screening or combination thereof, whereas the screening material can be architectural such as perforated metal, green screen system or planters whether live or artificial, or artistic elements such as murals;

c.

Parking structure stairwells shall be designed as an integral part of the structure with enhanced elements and enhanced stairwell top design;

d.

Access to the parking structure shall be from secondary street unless property fronts only primary street;

e.

Parking structure standards stated herein are not applicable to development in the UUV-SW and UUV-SC districts.

f.

Parking facades for parking structures that exceed two (2) stories and that front tertiary streets shall be screened a minimum of fifty (50) percent with architectural screening material.

g.

Parking structure facades that front parcel limits adjacent to Interstate 95 shall contain a minimum of fifty (50) percent screening material. Such screening material may vary in material type and may include creative illumination to create sense of place. Such illumination shall meet the requirements of subsection 47-37B.6.L.

J.

Streetscape zone. Streetscape zones shall contain an area for sidewalk and an area for street trees/furniture when fronting primary, secondary, and tertiary streets.

1.

A minimum, unobstructed sidewalk width of seven (7) feet,

2.

A minimum five (5) foot wide area for tree placement and furniture or other elements such as low seating walls, waste receptacles, bus shelters, bike racks or similar elements;

3.

Streetscape zones are required as part of a development abutting right-of-way and where necessary shall extended onto private property with a sidewalk easement.

K.

Signage. Signage shall meet the regulations provided in Section 47-22, Sign Requirements, except as provided herein.

1.

Ground signs are not permitted within the streetscape zone as described in Section 47-37B.6.J. Such signs shall not exceed five (5) feet in height and shall not exceed a total height of eight (8) feet above the natural grade is exceeded.

2.

Projecting signs shall not exceed three (3) feet from the building wall and not exceed twelve (12) square feet in area. Such signs are permitted to encroach into the streetscape zone area and must maintain a nine (9) feet clearance from the bottom of the sign to the sidewalk or walkway below.

3.

Creativity in sign design and material is encouraged as described in the Illustrations of Design Standards.

L.

Sense of place elements. Development projects are encouraged to incorporate creative design elements into their design. Such elements should be an artistic and functional component of a development project and the overall Uptown Project Area. Sense of place elements are required for projects within the Uptown Project Area and for key gateway properties. Building illumination should also be encouraged as a sense of place element. Future branding of the area should also focus on creating a unique visual representation of Uptown Project Area.

(Ord. No. C-19-34, § 3, 11-5-19; Ord. No. C-25-14, § 2, 4-15-25)