The purpose of this Article is to provide development standards applicable to all development activity within Gulf County.

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019)

All improvements required by this Article shall be designed, installed and paid for by the Developer.

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019)

The provisions of this Article are intended to ensure functional and attractive development. Development design shall first take into account the protection of natural resources as prescribed in Article IV of this LDR. All development shall be designed to avoid unnecessary impervious surface cover; to provide adequate access to lots and sites; and to avoid adverse effects of shadow, glare, noise, odor, traffic, drainage, and utilities on surrounding properties.

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019)

A.

Requirements for all Developments. All developments shall have a total land area sufficient to meet all development standards in this LDR, including, but not limited to, land required to provide setbacks from abutting rights-of-way, buffers, stormwater management, off-street parking and circulation, protection of environmentally sensitive lands, and any other provisions which may require land area to be set aside.

B.

Specific Requirements for Residential Development. There is no minimum lot area for individual lots within a residential development that will be served by both a central water and central sewer system, provided that all of the following requirements are met:

1.

The land area for the total project is sufficient to meet standards of this LDR as stated in paragraph A of this Section.

2.

Gross density of the area shall not exceed that specified in Article III Section 3.02.04.

3.

Land, exclusive of individual lots to be conveyed in fee simple ownership, shall be controlled and maintained through a condominium association, property owner's association or their similar provision or may be conveyed to governmental or not-for-profit organizations. Recordable instruments providing for these common-ownership lands shall be submitted for review with the application for development plan review.

4.

Corner lots (lots abutting two roadways at intersection) must be a minimum width of 60 feet on each roadway to accommodate setbacks.

C.

Specific Requirements for Areas without Central Utilities. All proposed development in areas that will not be served by central sewer shall comply with the minimum lot area, setback and separation requirements of the permitting agencies, such as the Department of Environmental Protection, Department of Health Environmental Services and the Northwest Florida Water Management District.

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019)

A.

General. Impervious surface refers to a surface that has been compacted or covered with a layer of material so that it is highly resistant to infiltration by water. It includes, but is not limited to, semi-impervious surfaces such as compacted clay, as well as most conventionally impervious surface area of a development shall not exceed the ratios established in the table in paragraph E of this Section.

B.

Ratio Calculation. The impervious surface ratio is calculated by dividing the total impervious surface (including building footprints, roads, parking lots, swimming pools, and similar structures/surfaces) by the gross site area less than the area of existing proposed water bodies. Water bodies are excluded from the impervious surface ratio calculation, but will be considered as impervious surface in the stormwater runoff calculations that must be prepared to obtain required stormwater discharge permits from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection in accordance with Chapter 17-25, F.A.C.

C.

Treatment of Cluster Development. Cluster development or other site design alternatives may result in individual lots within a development project exceeding the impervious surface ratio, while other lots may be devoted entirely to open space in order to meet overall site impervious surface requirements. The development approval authority must require, as a condition of approval, deed restrictions or covenants that guarantee the maintenance of such open space in perpetuity.

D.

Alternative Paving Materials. If porous paving materials are used in accord with acceptable engineering practices, then the area or a percentage of the area covered with porous paving materials shall not be counted as impervious surface. All other pavers are counted as impervious.

E.

Table of Impervious Surface Ratios.

* 0.30 on lots designated two lots per acre around St. Joe Bay and Indian Pass Lagoon.

** When changing future land use to mixed commercial/residential, allowable impervious area would be 30% for commercial.

F.

Stormwater Permitting Requirements. NOTE: Prior to the approval of a development order, all proposed developments shall receive appropriate stormwater discharge permits from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the Northwest Florida Water Management District in accordance with Chapter 17-25, FAC, except for those developments specifically exempted by the rule.

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019; Ord. No. 2022-01, § 1, 1-25-2022; Ord. No. 2023-07, § 1, 4-25-2023)

Minimum Setbacks in Front Yard. The minimum setbacks required for front yards (those sides of a lot which abut a right-of-way) are dependent upon the type of land use and the functional classification of the roadway. All front yard setback distances are in feet, as measured from the edge of the right-of-way/property line. The following table presents the required front yard setbacks for all types of uses and roadway classifications:

ABUTTING ROADWAY

NOTE: The area along the waterside of US 98 from the Bay County line to Windmark may need setback variances to accommodate the need for FDEP to permit CCCL houses on the beach. County staff can approve up to a 20 feet variance into the 30 feet setback without further BOCC approval once it has been determined that FDEP requires the variance in order to approve the control line structure.

* Appropriate exceptions, such as overhead and underground utilities located within or adjacent to the public right-of-way, shall be made.

Setbacks from alley's will be the same as adjacent property (sideline) setbacks (7.5 feet or 9.5 feet).

B.

Minimum Setback on Side and Rear Yards. Side and rear yard setbacks for land uses other than single family residential are established by the buffer requirements contained in Section 5.02.00.

The minimum setbacks required for side and rear yards (those sides of a lot which do not abut a right-of-way) are as follows:

1.

* For a building less than twenty-five (25) feet in height (as measured from finished grade, the distance from the exterior wall of structural support to the property line must be at least seven and one-half (7.5) feet, unless the applicant shows evidence a maintenance easement granted by the adjacent property owner(s), which provides for the balance of the required setback. The maintenance easement must state that the grantee will not construct any structure within the maintenance easement area that would preclude the adjacent property owner from maintaining his structure. Said easement shall be recorded in the Gulf County Clerk's Office. For setback purposes, the height of a building is measured from the finished grade to the top of the exterior wall at the top plate line.

2.

* For a building twenty-five (25) feet or greater in height (as measured from finished grade) the distance from the exterior wall or structural support to the property line must be at least nine and one half (9.5) feet, unless the applicant shows evidence of maintenance easement granted by the adjacent property owner(s), which provides for the balance of the setback. The maintenance easement agreement must stipulate that the granting property owner will allow access and will not construct any structure within the maintenance easement area that would preclude the adjacent property owner from maintaining his structure. Said easement shall be recorded in the Gulf County Clerk's Office. For setback purposes, the height of a building is measured from the finished grade to the top of the exterior wall at the top plate line.

3.

A structure may be built on the property line provided the owner shall obtain an attachment easement from the adjacent property owner(s). Where an attachment easement has been granted, future structures must either 1) attach to the adjacent structure, or 2) provide the minimum required setbacks specified in subsection "C" below. (An attachment easement is an easement granted to allow an adjacent property owner to erect or construct a building on the grantor's property line.

* Any structure 30 inches or less from grade may encroach into the required setback if maintenance of structure and firefighting abilities are not compromised.

C.

Minimum Setbacks between Buildings. Minimum setbacks between adjacent buildings other than single family residences are established by buffer requirements contained in Section 5.02.00. Nothing in this LDR shall be construed to allow for setbacks between buildings in any land use category to be less than those specified in this Section.

Minimum distance between adjacent buildings shall be the sum of the required side or rear yard setbacks except as follows:

Where an adjacent structure exists and is not in conformity with side or rear yard requirements, the following shall apply:

1.

The minimum distance between adjacent buildings shall be ten (10) feet.

2.

If either building exceeds twenty-five (25) feet in height, the minimum distance between adjacent buildings shall be twelve (12) feet.

3.

Distance shall be measured at the narrowest space between structures, whether a main living unit, principal structure, open deck, or an accessory use, and shall not include roof overhang (eave).

For specific development types such as patio home, cottages, townhouses, etc., requiring exceptions to the side and rear yard setback requirements of this section, such projects shall be reviewed as Planned Unit Developments as provided for in Section 5.05.00.

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019)

Building height shall not exceed three (3) habitable stories unless within the Eglin protection zone whereas Eglin approval is required for structures over 50 feet.

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019)

The maximum allowed total square footage of a non-residential structure is computed as (FAR x total lot acreage = maximum square footage). Example: (.7 FAR x 10,280 square feet of lot area = maximum 7,196 square feet of structure).

Intensity standards for non-residential development shall be determined by the Floor Area Ratio (FAR) and the Impervious Surface Ratio (ISR). The FAR for non-residential development shall not exceed .7. The Impervious Surface Ratio (ISR) for developments shall conform to 5.01.02 of this LDR.

In a mixed-use building, the residential and non-residential uses shall be included in the density and intensity calculations proportionate to their respective uses and shall not exceed 100 percent total of combined uses. The setbacks for the mixed-use building shall conform to the buffering requirements as outlined in 5.02.00 of this LDR.

Existing or future structures that do not meet the buffering requirements of this LDR cannot be converted to a mixed use structure.

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019)

Requirements for the provision of buffers between adjacent land uses are contained in this Section. Buffering is intended to eliminate or minimize potential nuisances such as dirt, litter, noise, light, glare, unsightly buildings, signs, and/or parking areas. Buffers also reduce danger from fires or explosions, provide visual relief, and enhance community appearances.

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019)

1.

A buffer zone is a vegetated strip along parcel boundaries that serves as a buffer between incompatible lands uses and land use districts, as an attractive boundary of the parcel or use, or as both a buffer and attractive boundary. This shall not be interpreted to mean that parcels within a planned mixed-use development must meet these requirements.

2.

The width and degree of vegetation required depends on the nature of the adjoining uses. The standards of Subsections 3 and 4 below prescribe the required width and planting material of all buffer zones. In some situations, the use of fencing and vegetation may be used in combination to minimize potential nuisances. Any level of development approval authority may modify these requirements because of unusual levels of noise or other impacts, or because of special circumstances. Any decision related to special buffering requirements may be appealed to the next highest authority. Fencing of some uses may be required to provide additional screening and/or for safety purposes. Fencing of existing and proposed catfish ponds, swimming pools, and similar facilities to prevent inadvertent access by unattended children shall be mandatory.

3.

The standards for buffer zones are set out in the illustrations contained in Appendix V-1 which specify the number of plants required per one hundred (100) linear feet. To determine the total number of plants required, the length of each side of the property requiring a buffer shall be divided by one hundred (100) and multiplied by the number of plants shown in the illustration. The plants shall be spread reasonably evenly along the length of the buffer.

4.

The standards outlined in Appendix V-1 shall be applied between abutting parcels as follows:

5.

Buffering for mixed-use developments shall be based on the more intense use in the building or cluster of buildings.

6.

The minimum size of vegetation required to be planted in the buffer zones shall be as follows:

Canopy Trees: 8 feet in height, 2.5-inch caliper (as measured 4 ft. from ground level).

Understory: 4 feet in height, 1.5-inch caliper (as measured 2 ft. from ground level).

Shrubs: 2 feet in height (or 3-gallon container).

A partial list of acceptable species for each type of vegetation is included in Appendix V-2. The Planning Department shall have the authority to approve or reject species not appearing in Appendix V-2.

7.

The use of existing native vegetation in buffer zones is preferred. If a developer proposed to landscape a buffer zone with existing native vegetation, a waiver from the strict planting requirements of this section may be granted, subject to review and approval by the Planning Department. Consideration by the Planning Department staff will include whether:

a.

The waiver is necessary to prevent harm to the existing native vegetation; and

b.

The buffering and/or aesthetic purposes of the buffer zone are substantially fulfilled.

8.

Buffer Zones in Coastal Area: The retention of native, salt tolerant vegetation within buffer zones in the beach areas of Gulf County (seaward of U.S. 98 and County/State Road 30-A, 30-B and State 30-E, including St. Joe Beach, St. Joseph's Spit, Cape San Blas, and Indian Peninsula) shall be required in lieu of the canopy/shrub/understory mix specified on the buffer standard. Any landscaping within this area is subjected to HCP permitting.

9.

A vegetated 50-foot buffer zone must separate development activity from surface water bodies. Additionally, agriculture and silviculture activities shall be required to use Best Management Practices (BMP's) to protect surface water resources from sedimentation.

10.

Responsibility of Buffer Zones.

a.

The desired width of a buffer zone between two parcels is the sum of the required buffer zones of the parcels. Where a new use is proposed next to an existing use that has less than the required buffer zone for that use, an inadequate buffer zone will be tolerated, except as provided below, until the non-conforming parcel is redeveloped and brought into conformity with the buffer zone requirements of this LDR. The developer of the new adjoining use is encouraged, however, to take into account the inadequacy of the adjoining buffer zone in designing the site layout of the new development.

11.

Responsibility for Maintenance of Buffer Zones. It shall be the responsibility of the landowner and/or developer to maintain vegetation in the buffer zones, including the replacement of any dead vegetation as necessary.

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019)

No accessory structures, garbage or trash collection points or receptacles, parking, or any other functional use contrary to the intent and purpose of this LDR shall be permitted in a required buffer area. This does not prohibit the combining of compatible functions such as buffering and drainage facilities.

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019)

In general, buffer zones serve as open space and all development activity, whether public or private, must comply with the buffering requirements of Section 5.02.02. Due to the lack of buffer requirements within single-family residential areas, subdivisions of greater than forty (40) acres shall be set aside a minimum of five percent of the total site area as open space. The development approval authority may require adequate provisions to be made for parks or common areas.

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019)

Any and all lighting fixtures shall be designed and positioned so that they do not cause direct illumination:

1.

Seaward of the primary dune line of gulf front development, and

2.

Areas within and seaward of the St. Joseph Bay shoreline protection zone.

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019)

Off-street parking facilities shall be required for all developments within Gulf County pursuant to the requirements of this LDR. The facilities shall be maintained as long as the use exists that the facilities were designed to serve. Nothing in this section shall be construed to require paving of parking areas except as provided for handicapped parking areas in Section 5.03.02(E).

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019)

A.

Number. The following list specifies the required number of off-street automobile parking spaces for various types of developments. When determination of the number of off-street spaces required by this LDR results in fractional space, the fraction of less than one-half (½) may be disregarded, and a fraction of one-half (½) or greater shall be counted as one parking space. All parking accommodations must be totally off the right-of-way.

Residential (Single Family or Duplex): Two spaces per dwelling unit with 1 to 4 bedrooms. An additional parking space will be required for the fifth bedroom and every odd numbered bedroom thereafter. Must be totally off the right-of-way.

Residential (Multi-Family): Two and one-half spaces per dwelling unit. Must be totally off the right-of-way.

Schools (Elementary and Middle Schools): Two spaces for each classroom, plus one space for each employee.

Schools (High Schools): Five spaces for each classroom, plus one space for each employee.

Libraries and Community Centers: One space for each 500 square feet of gross floor area, plus one space for each two employees.

Hospitals: One space for each three beds, plus one space for each staff doctor, plus two spaces for each three employees.

Convalescent and Nursing Homes: One space for each ten beds, plus one space for each employee.

Child Care Facilities: One space for each staff member, plus one space for each ten children, located to allow for the safe and convenient loading and unloading of children.

Office Buildings: One space for each 300 square feet of gross floor area.

Theaters: One space for every 25 square feet of gross floor area, plus two spaces for each three employees.

Churches and Funeral Parlors: One space for each five seats in the auditorium.

Restaurants: One space for every 100 square feet of gross floor area, or one space per four seats, whichever results in a greater number of spaces.

Marina: One and one-half spaces for each boat slip.

Motels and Hotels: One space per unit, plus two spaces for each three employees.

Mini-Warehouse Facilities: One space for each ten warehouse units, plus two spaces for each three employees.

Auto Repair Garages and Filling Stations: Two spaces for each three employees, plus one space for each service bay.

Laundries: One space for each three washing machines.

Barber Shops and Beauty Parlors: One space for each chair, plus one space for each employee.

Veterinary Clinics and Hospitals: One Space for each 300 square feet of gross floor area, plus two spaces for each three employees.

Health Clubs: One space for each 150 square feet of gross floor area.

Banks: One space for each 300 square feet of gross floor area.

Vehicle Sales: One space for each 400 square feet of gross floor area devoted to sales.

Retail and Commercial Uses (Other than those specifically cited):

Buildings up to 2,000 square feet: One space for each 200 square feet of gross floor area.

Buildings of 2,001—4,000 square feet: One space for each 200 square feet of gross floor area.

Buildings up to 4,001—10,000 square feet: One space for each 400 square feet of gross floor area.

Buildings greater than 10,000 square feet: One space for each 500 square feet of gross floor area, with a minimum of 25 spaces required.

Manufacturing Facilities and Warehouses: One space for each employee on the largest shift, plus one space for each company vehicle operating from the premises.

Junkyards and Salvage Yards: One space for each employee, plus one space for five acres.

Golf Course: Three spaces for each hole, in addition to the required spaces for restaurant and other related in-site uses.

Tennis Courts: Two spaces for each court.

Swimming Pools: One space for 200 square feet of pool surface, plus one for each 200 square feet of building area in excess of 1,000 square feet.

B.

Uses not Specifically Listed in Matrix. The number of parking spaces required for uses not specifically listed in the matrix shall be determined by the development approval authority, which shall consider the requirements for similar uses and appropriate traffic engineering and planning data and shall establish a minimum number of parking spaces based upon the principles of this LDR.

C.

Treatment of Mixed Uses. Where a combination of uses is developed, parking shall be provided for each use as prescribed by Section 5.03.02A.

D.

Size of Parking Spaces. All parking spaces shall be a minimum of nine (9) feet in width and eighteen (18) feet in length, with the exception of handicapped parking spaces, which are discussed in the following subsection.

E.

Handicapped Parking Spaces. Any parking area to be used by the general public shall provide suitable, marked parking spaces for handicapped persons. The number, design, size and location of these spaces shall be consistent with the requirements of Sections 316.1955, 316.1956, Florida Statutes, or succeeding provisions. Parking spaces required for the handicapped shall not be counted as a parking space in determining compliance with Section 5.03.02A of this Section. All parking spaces for the handicapped shall be paved.

F.

Parking for Non-Motorized Vehicles (Bicycles). All new development, exempting single-family residences, are encouraged to provide an appropriate amount of parking area for non-motorized vehicles. The development approval authority shall have discretion in determining the required amount of parking area.

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019; Ord. No. 2023-07, § 1, 4-25-2023; Ord. No. 2024-03, § 1, 3-26-2024)

A.

Generally. Spaces to accommodate off-street loading or business vehicles shall be provided as required below.

B.

Spaces Required.

1.

Schools, nursing homes and other similar institutional uses shall provide one (1) loading space for the first one hundred thousand (100,000) square feet of gross floor area or fraction thereof, and one (1) space for each additional one hundred thousand (100,000) square feet or fraction thereof.

2.

Auditoriums, gymnasiums, stadiums, theaters, convention center and other buildings for public assembly shall provide one (1) space for the first and each additional one hundred thousand (100,000) square feet or fraction thereof.

3.

Offices and financial institutions shall provide one (1) space for the first seventy-five thousand (75,000) square feet of gross floor area or fraction thereof, and one (1) space for each additional twenty-five thousand (25,000) square feet.

4.

Retail commercial, service, road service and commercial entertainment uses shall provide one (1) space for the first ten thousand (10,000) square feet of gross floor area, and one (1) space for each additional twenty thousand (20,000) square feet.

5.

Industrial uses shall provide one (1) space for every ten thousand (10,000) square feet of gross floor area.

C.

Adjustments to Requirements. The development approval authority may adjust the requirements for the number of loading spaces needed for a proposed use when it appears that the characteristics of the proposed use require a greater or lesser number of loading spaces than that required by this LDR or proposed by the Developer.

D.

Size of Loading Spaces. The standard off-street loading space shall be ten (10) feet wide, twenty-five (25) feet long, provide vertical clearance of fifteen (15) feet, and provide adequate area for maneuvering, ingress and egress. The length of one or more of the loading spaces may be increased up to fifty-five (55) feet if full-length tractor-trailers must be accommodated. Developers may install spaces that are larger than the standard, but the number of spaces shall not be reduced on that account.

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019)

The number of off-street parking or loading spaces must be increased to meet the requirements of this LDR if the development approval authority finds that an increase in floor area, seating capacity, or other factor controlling the number of parking or loading spaces required by this LDR causes the site not to conform with this LDR.

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019)

The following guidelines shall control the design of on-site traffic circulation facilities. These guidelines shall not apply to single-family and duplex residential developments.

1.

Pedestrian circulation facilities, roadways, driveways and off-street parking and loading areas shall be designed to be safe and convenient.

2.

Parking and loading areas, aisles, pedestrian walks, landscaping, and open space areas shall be designed as integral parts of an overall development plan and shall be properly related to existing and proposed buildings.

3.

Buildings, parking and loading areas, landscaping and open spaces shall be designed so that pedestrians moving from parking areas to buildings and between buildings are not unreasonably exposed to vehicular traffic.

4.

Off-street parking areas shall be physically separated (i.e. by curbing and/or landscaping) from adjacent roadway(s), except for the access point(s) as approved by the development approval authority in accordance with Florida Department of Transportation Rule 14-96 (FAC) for parking areas with access to a State roadway.

5.

Gradually inclined or flat pedestrian walk shall be provided along the lines of the most intense use, particularly from building entrances to street, parking areas and adjacent buildings.

6.

Each off-street parking space shall open directly onto an aisle or driveway that is not a public street.

7.

Aisles and driveways shall not be used for parking vehicles.

8.

The design shall be based on a definite and logical system of drive lanes to serve the parking and loading spaces.

9.

Parking spaces shall be designed to permit entry and exit without moving any other motor vehicle.

10.

No parking space shall be located so as to block access by emergency vehicles.

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019)

This section guidelines for the location and number of allowable access points to public roadways.

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019)

All proposed development shall conform to the following guidelines for vehicular access to the greatest extent possible, without denying reasonable access to any proposed development. Nothing in this section shall be construed to prohibit access to a public right-of-way.

A.

Access to Roadways on the State Highway System. Proposed developments requesting direct access to an arterial or collector roadway on the State Highway System must apply for a driveway permit form the Florida Department of Transportation in accordance with Rule 14-96 (FAC), State Highway System Connection Permits. Conceptual approval for the driveway must be granted by the FDOT prior to final approval of the development.

Sections B through E below shall regulate access to roadways which are not on the State Highway System but are functionally classified in the Traffic Circulation Element of the respective local government Comprehensive Plan.

B.

Location of Access Point.

1.

Driveways shall be located at a point along the frontage of the property that will provide acceptable sight distance, grade and alignment conditions for motorists using the proposed driveway and the street and will avoid any unreasonable interference with the free and safe movement of traffic.

2.

Existing or proposed highway features such as adjacent existing of future land uses, other driveways, median openings, turn lanes, intersections, drainage, determining the location of driveways.

3.

In the interest of public safety, maintenance of level of service and convenience, the placement of a driveway may be restricted to a particular location along the frontage.

C.

Separation of Access Points.

1.

The separation between access points onto collector roadways which are not on the State Highway System, or between an access point and an intersection of such a collector roadway with another road, shall at least 40 feet.

2.

The distance between access points shall be measured from the centerline of the proposed driveway or roadway to the centerline of the nearest adjacent roadway or driveway.

D.

Number of Access Points. All development projects shall have access to a public right-of-way. The minimum number of driveways should be allowed that will adequately serve the need for the abutting property, and yet not seriously impact the function and capacity for the roadway. The following guidelines shall determine the number of driveways to be allowed, unless the development approval authority determines that unmitigated conditions exist:

1.

Property frontage of 150 feet or less along collector streets shall be limited to one (1) driveway.

2.

No more than two (2) driveways shall be allowed for any single property unless the property frontage exceeds 660 feet, and the total access volumes exceed 5,000 vehicles per day.

3.

Additional driveways may be authorized when an approved traffic engineering study indicates additional driveways are needed.

E.

Joint Driveways. Adjacent uses may share a common driveway provided that appropriate access easements are granted between or among the property owners. The use of joint driveways may be required by the development approval authority when feasible and when necessary to meet the provisions of Section 5.04.02(C).

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019)

Applicants for development approval may seek approval of proposed projects as a Planned Development Project (PDP). Planned development projects are relatively large scale and high quality requiring land use, density, and/or site design flexibility.

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019)

All PDP's shall be classified as a major development and shall undergo rigorous development review by the Planning and Development Review Board (PDRB). It is the intent of this section that the applicant for development approval will show evidence of increase public amenities or public benefit and/or evidence of mitigative measures in site design, in return for land use, density, or site design flexibility afforded under the Planned Development Project approval.

The overriding consideration of the PDRB in approval of PDP's shall be the project's compatibility with adjacent and surrounding uses, sensitivity to natural resource protection, and overall community benefit. The applicant must demonstrate how the project meets the above criteria, and how the project is consistent with the intent of the land development regulations.

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019)

PDP's may be classified as either Residential, Commercial, Mixed Use, or Industrial PDP Districts in which PDP's may be approved are listed below:

(Ord. No. 2019-09, § 1(Exh. A), 8-27-2019)