To encourage the development of general commercial and residential uses in the town center area of Kamas.

(Ord. 2019-09, 8/13/2019)

1.

Each proposed MU project may be established by following standard development procedures of KMC 15.03 and shall be accompanied by a master development plan that includes a site plan (MDP) prepared by the applicant, in consultation with city staff, which identifies, specifies, and details the proposed buildings, floor plans, uses, and other features of the proposed development. The MDP shall address:

a.

Commercial uses, as allowed in the ECC and G-C zones;

b.

Residential uses, as allowed in the R-M zone; provided that an MDP may have any number of residential units, subject to the other limitations and requirements, including parking (two dedicated spots per residential unit) and mixing of uses, set forth herein.

c.

The mixing and distribution of allowed uses;

d.

Open space;

e.

Public or quasi-public land use areas; and

f.

Phasing (if applicable).

2.

Amendments to the MDP will require approval from the planning commission. Amendments to a subdivision plat, if a plat is required, will require approval from the city council.

3.

The intent of the above is to achieve a consistent overall mixed use neighborhood with uniform and compatible site standards. Remnant parcels from old developments, rebuilds on existing parcels, or pads within existing Main Street developments are required to make reasonable compliance with mixed use development standards through consultation with city staff.

4.

An MDP shall designate each floor as either commercial or residential. The ground floor of each building must be commercial.

(Ord. 2019-09, 8/13/2019; Ord. No. 2021-03, § 1(Exh. A), 6/22/2021)

All development and uses may only be established in conformance with development review procedures of the city as set forth in KMC 15.21 and in conformance with the approved master development plan (MDP). The following procedures shall be used for site plan review of projects for MU:

1.

Prepare and submit a site plan and a design book containing typical renderings, cross sections and plan views of the following:

a.

Existing and proposed public street curb, gutter, sidewalk, park strip, landscaping, streetlights and pavement.

b.

Parking areas, walkways, driveways, landscape areas and storm detention/retention areas.

c.

Architectural features, including materials and colors, of buildings, freestanding and wall mounted signs and light fixtures, trash enclosures, utility and loading area screen walls.

d.

Other improvements as required by city staff.

2.

City staff shall review the site plan and design book and shall provide comments to the developer for needed revisions. Upon final review and approval of city staff, the site plan for the development will be scheduled on the planning commission agenda for a public meeting and site plan approval.

3.

Upon approval of the site plan and design book by planning commission, the subdivision plats may be prepared and submitted in accordance with KMC 15.18 and other applicable sections of this code.

4.

Building permits shall only be approved upon prior approval of the site plan, and, if necessary, the subdivision plat (including improvements).

(Ord. 2019-09, 8/13/2019)

When reviewing a proposed MDP, the planning commission shall consider the following special provisions in order to protect the intended characteristics:

1.

Location. Mixed use developments may be located only in the General Commercial Zone with frontage on Main Street or in the General Commercial Zone within a quarter mile from Summit County Park and Ride lot on SR-248.

2.

Traffic. The developer shall provide traffic impact studies as requested by Kamas City.

3.

Surrounding properties. The developer shall demonstrate mitigation measures that adjacent properties will not experience significant impacts as a result of the proposed development.

4.

Use composition. Each MU project shall contain a combination of more than one use. The commercial use shall be distinct from and shall not primarily serve or benefit the residential use.

(Ord. 2019-09, 8/13/2019; Ord. No. 2021-03, § 1(Exh. A), 6/22/2021)

The following standards are to be considered as applying specifically to MU projects in addition to general standards provided elsewhere in this Code:

1.

Building placement and massing.

a.

Setbacks. Setbacks will apply according to the underlying zone.

b.

Building orientation and access. The entrances of all commercial buildings shall front onto streets. Secondary entries may be required at the rear of street facing buildings.

c.

Building height. Buildings shall have a maximum height of 35 feet, with height measured according to the city's adopted ordinances and standards.

2.

Land use impact and buffering. Landscape buffers are preferred over fences and walls where separation is desirable.

3.

Architectural design and materials. Development must meet architectural and design guidelines found in 15.21.040.

4.

Signage. Proper design and placement of signs and their lighting shall be compatible with structures and uses. Permitted signs within the MU shall be in compliance with KMC 15.26.

5.

Landscaping. Landscaping plans are required at the time of the site plan approval process. See KMC 15.24 for landscaping standards.

6.

Streets and pedestrian ways. All accesses within MU shall have connectivity with existing and future street patterns. Street and sidewalk widths shall be determined during site plan review and approved by the city engineer.

7.

Parking areas. Parking areas shall be designed following KMC 15.25. Parking plans are required as a part of the site plan approval process. Shared parking may be available as per KMC 15.25.060.

(Ord. 2019-09, 8/13/2019; Ord. No. 2022-04, § 1(Exh. A), 2/22/2022; Ord. 2022-09, § 1(Exh. A), 5/10/2022)