A.

To assure development flexibility, the planning and zoning commission may recommend increasing the residential density up to fifteen (15) percent of the allowable number of dwelling units according to the zone's underlying zoning density. Increased density consideration shall be based on character, identity, architectural and siting variation incorporated in the development. The following shall be relied upon for determining level of bonus density:

1.

Landscaping; streetscape; open spaces and plazas; use of existing landscaping; pedestrian way treatment; and recreational areas.

2.

Siting visual focal points; use of existing physical features such as topography, view, sun and wind orientation; circulation pattern; physical environment; variation in building setback; and building grouping (such as clustering).

3.

Design features; street sections; architectural styles; harmonious use of materials; parking areas broken by landscaping features; and varied use of housing types.

(Ord. No. 2024-06, § 2, 4-16-2024)