The purpose of the PD overlay district is to provide a means to foster the creation and address the potential impacts of a planned community that may include forms of multiple dwellings rather than only single family dwellings. The district provides for flexibility in use of tracts receiving the PD overlay designation through the planned development process. The overlay designation is also intended to provide a means of adaptive reuse or incorporation of existing buildings. (Ord. 25-02-02, 2-18-2025)

Except as noted below, the provisions of this article shall serve as a supplement to the underlying zoning district regulations. (Ord. 25-02-02, 2-18-2025)

The village board of trustees, upon the recommendation of the plan commission, and in accordance with the procedures for amending the zoning districts, as set forth in chapter 11 of this title, may classify an area as an PD overlay district. The area so designated shall be known as an overlay to the underlying zoning district over which it is applied, and shall be assigned the designation "PD overlay" on the zoning map. If a conflict arises between the regulations of the underlying zoning district and this article, the provisions of this article shall control. (Ord. 25-02-02, 2-18-2025)

The permitted uses shall be the uses listed as permitted or special uses in the underlying zoning district over which the PD overlay classification is applied. (Ord. 25-02-02, 2-18-2025)

A planned development, approved as provided in this article, shall be a special use in the PD overlay district, applicable to the underlying zoning district. (Ord. 25-02-02, 2-18-2025)

The following provisions shall govern the approval of a special use for a planned development in the PD overlay district:

Purpose.

Minimum Area.

Uses Allowed.

Design Excellence.

Enhanced Design Standards.

Modifications.

Procedures.

Standards.

Preliminary Site Plan.

Final Development Plan.

Conditions of Development.

Conditions and Guarantees.

   A.   Goal and Purpose: The primary goal of the planned development (sometimes referred to in this chapter as an "PD") is to preserve and maintain the character of Riverwoods as a woodlands community. A primary purpose of the PD is to encourage and allow more creative and imaginative design for land developments than is possible under conventional district zoning regulations, including residences at densities greater than one (1) dwelling per acre, while enhancing sustainability and excellence in design and construction. Preservation of natural site qualities, better amenities, more open space, and a high quality project are the essential results of the planned development process. The unique and substantially different character of planned developments requires that they be authorized only as a "special use" in this title. Planned developments are more complex and in order to assure the benefits intended, such special uses require the establishment of specific and additional procedures, standards and exceptions to govern the recommendations of the village board.

      The following objectives may be obtained through the use of the planned development procedure:

      1.   To permit a greater choice in types of housing available to the public by allowing a development that would not be possible under the strict application of the other sections of this title, and is consistent with the intent, goals and objectives of the comprehensive plan.

      2.   To promote a creative approach to the use of land and related physical facilities that furthers the sustainability goals and standards adopted by the village.

      3.   To promote better design and development in order to enhance the quality of life of residents, through the inclusion of aesthetic amenities, bicycle and pedestrian access, walking paths, dog runs, common areas and playing areas, and with better concealment of parking and necessary infrastructure.

      4.   To combine and coordinate architectural styles, landscape design, building forms and building relationships, with a possible mixing of different uses in an innovative and harmonious design that establishes a sense of place in keeping with the residential areas found throughout the village.

      5.   To enhance the appearance of the neighborhoods through the provision of underground utilities, and the preservation of natural vegetation including woodlands and wetlands, topographic and geological features and environmentally appropriate features.

      6.   To provide for the prevention and/or control of soil erosion, surface flooding and the preservation of subsurface water.

      7.   To serve as a tool for preserving common open space for the continuous use and enjoyment of the residents and users of the development.

      8.   To provide for more usable and suitably located recreational facilities, schools and other public and private facilities.

      9.   To promote orderly and sensible arrangement of networks of utilities, circulation, parking, bicycle and pedestrian access and other facilities.

      10.   To create a method for the permanent preservation of architectural, natural and/or historic landmarks.

      11.   To serve as a tool to ensure that the form and intensity of the development are consistent with the availability of limited public resources and public services, and will promote the public health, safety, comfort, morals and welfare.

   B.   Minimum Area: A minimum site of eight (8) acres shall be required for all PDs.

   C.   Uses Allowed: The PD may authorize single family dwellings and multiple dwellings, as defined in this title, and accessory buildings for amenities and recreational uses.

   D.   Design Excellence: Excellence in design is the minimum standard for approval. The plan commission shall not recommend approval of a PD unless it finds each of the following to be represented by the proposed PD:

      1.   Site design excellence is the primary public benefit of a PD, and a fundamental threshold for PD approval. The application for a PD shall include a preliminary site plan as described below and the applicant's narrative explanation of how the proposed site plan will:

         a.   Emphasize the natural conditions which preceded the development.

         b.   Be respectful of the character and condition of the surrounding properties.

         c.   Reflect an organic (not rigid) organization of buildings, roadways, open spaces, and activity areas that extends the woodland character of the Village.,

         d.   Organize buildings, landscaping and site improvements to reflect a priority on both visual and acoustical privacy for residents within the PD and for residents on adjoining properties.

         e.   Not be so overcrowded as to cause unbalanced relationships of building to open space.

         f.   Provide landscaped areas beyond the minimum required, including in usable common areas, emphasizing the use of native plants and preferably exhibiting continuity throughout the development.

         g.   Incorporate sustainable and environmentally sound design, such as inclusion of natural storm water detention and retention systems, water efficiency and water conservation systems, post-development storm water runoff reduction and mitigation systems, bird-friendly construction standards and design features, electric vehicle charging outlets and/or charging stations, and incorporation of renewable sources of energy such as geothermal, solar and wind energy.

      2.   Preservation of usable open space left substantially in a natural state or improved by landscaping and primarily designed and intended for the active or passive recreation of the occupants of the dwellings. Usable open spaces qualify as such when they are not covered by vehicular roadways, parking areas and communal facilities of a non-recreational nature, but they may include walkways, structures intended for recreational nature and children's playing area or areas. Open space becomes a strong asset when views into the space are available from public rights-of-way and from inside private building spaces. Remnant space, not designed to be used for active or passive recreation and not benefitted by benches or other amenities, do not constitute usable open space. Open space areas shall not be unduly isolated from one another by unrelated obstructions such as buildings and paved vehicular areas, but rather, shall be linked by open space corridors of reasonable width. The floor plans of residential units shall have proper orientation, access and view to adjacent private and public open space.

      3.   Circulation roadways (for automobiles and trucks) and points of ingress/egress to public rights-of-way shall be kept to the minimum number and width necessary to provide safe and efficient access to all units, while circulation and amenities for pedestrians and bicyclists shall be maximized. Where possible, roadways should be curvilinear (consistent with the character of other existing roadways in the village) so as to preserve and respect the natural features and conditions of the property. Thru traffic shall be discouraged and the intrusion of automobiles into the privacy of residential environments shall be minimized while maintaining the convenience of access between the units and guest parking areas.

      4.   Sustainable and ample site landscaping shall be used to reinforce the village's woodland environment, provide screening and buffering to soften the views of site improvements, provide shade, seasonal color and visual diversity, control erosion and storm water run-off, and provide accents to building entries and architectural features. The natural topographic and landscape features of the site shall be incorporated in the development. Plants and trees acknowledged to be native and hardy within the Chicago region should be emphasized and all materials should be drought and cold tolerant. Existing trees shall be retained or replaced in compliance with the village's woodland protection ordinance. Adequate building setbacks, open spaces and landscaped buffers shall be provided around the perimeter of the property.

      5.   Building forms should reflect or resemble single-family detached forms (especially as to massing and height) which are the predominant and traditional building form in the village. Buildings shall be sited in an orderly fashion in sympathy with the natural features of the site. Excessively long unbroken building facades shall be avoided. Where multi- buildings are proposed, they should incorporate horizontal dominance, and elements of rooflines, fenestration, and building accents that are commonly found in single-family homes in the village. All buildings shall incorporate energy efficient design in orientation, materials, lighting and HVAC systems.

      6.   Building materials shall be compatible with those that predominate Riverwoods architecture, including primary exterior vertical surfaces in wood, brick, stone, natural stucco and glass, with accent materials of coated metal, decorative stone, wood, and finished concrete. Material and color palettes should be complementary across all of the buildings within the PD and used so as to avoid monotony and to differentiate individual units within multi-structures.

      7.   Storm water should be managed on site so as to meet all village and Lake County Watershed Development Ordinance requirements. Stormwater detention or retention facilities shall be naturalized, sustainable, biologically diverse and integrated into the site design as a usable open space and landscape amenity.

   E.   Enhanced Design Standards: When applications for an PD include modifications from the underlying zoning standards, the design and development shall meet all the following design standards and be confirmed as findings of the board of trustees under section 9-9A-6-H:

      1.   Integrated Design: An PD shall be laid out and developed in accordance with an integrated overall design. This design shall provide for safe, efficient, convenient and harmonious grouping of structures, uses and facilities, and for appropriate relation of space inside and outside buildings to intended uses and structural features.

      2.   Beneficial Common Open Space: Any common open space in the development shall be integrated into the overall design. Such spaces shall have a direct functional or visual relationship to the main buildings and not be of isolated or leftover character.

      3.   Functional And Mechanical Features: Exposed storage areas, trash and garbage retainers, exposed machinery installation, service areas, truck loading areas, utility buildings and structures, and similar accessory areas and structures shall be accounted for in the design of the project and made as unobtrusive as possible. They shall be subject to such setbacks, special planting or other screening methods as shall reasonably be required to prevent their being incongruous with the existing or contemplated environment and the surrounding properties.

      4.   Visual And Acoustical Privacy: The development shall provide ample visual and acoustical privacy for each dwelling unit. Fences, insulations, walks, barriers and landscaping shall be used as appropriate for the protection and aesthetic enhancement of property and the privacy of its occupants, screening of objectionable views or uses and reduction of noises.

      5.   Ownership Plan: The development may consist of conventionally subdivided lots to be sold, unsubdivided single ownership, separate condominium ownership of structures, or other ownership methods, provided that the ownership plan ensures the continued maintenance of the properties and of the various amenities and conservation and design features of the PD as a whole.

      6.   Energy Efficient Design: A PD shall be designed with consideration given to various methods of site design and building location, architectural design of individual structures and landscaping design capable of reducing energy consumption within the development. Design features or facilities which utilize solar or wind energy, or which effectively reduce consumption or use of water, motor vehicles' nonrenewable energy sources or sewage treatment facilities will be encouraged .

      7.   Landscape Conservation And Visual Enhancement: The landscape in a PD shall be conserved and enhanced, with special emphasis on the preservation and restoration of protected woodlands. Development activity should minimize tree, non-invasive native plant understory and soil removal, and respect the conservation of special landscape features such as streams, ponds, groves and land forms. The addition or use of native trees, shrubs and flowers, fountains, ponds, special paving materials, benches and seating areas, special lighting fixtures and other amenities will be encouraged and expected to be maintained.

      8.   Drives, Parking And Circulation: Principal vehicular access shall be from major streets, and access points shall be designed to encourage smooth traffic flow with controlled turning movements and minimum hazards to vehicular or pedestrian traffic. With respect to vehicular and pedestrian circulation, including walkways, interior drives and parking, special attention shall be given to location and number of access points, general interior circulation, separation of pedestrian and vehicular traffic, adequate provision for service by emergency vehicles and arrangement of parking areas that are safe and convenient and that do not detract from the design of proposed buildings and structures and the neighboring properties.

      9.   Relationship To Public Facilities And Utilities: The development shall be so designed as to have access to such facilities and utilities in the same degree as would development under existing zoning, and shall be so located, designed and scaled that access of public services is equivalent to, and net costs for such services is not greater than, access and net costs for public services for development as permitted under existing zoning.

      10.   Surface Water Drainage: Special attention shall be given to proper site surface drainage so that removal of surface waters will not adversely affect neighboring properties or the public storm drainage system. Surface water in all paved areas shall be collected at intervals so that it will not obstruct the flow of vehicular or pedestrian traffic.

   F.   Modifications: Modifications in conventional zoning and subdivision regulations are privileges and will be considered by the village board only in direct response to the accrual of tangible benefits from the PD to the village or the neighborhood in which it would be located. These benefits shall be in the form of exceptional amenities; outstanding environmental, landscape, architectural or site design; or the conservation of special man-made or natural features of the site. No modifications shall be granted unless the board of trustees makes the required findings that the standards for the PD and any proposed modifications have been satisfied in accordance with section 9-9A-6-H.

      Requirements governing the development under the Riverwoods subdivision ordinance, including sidewalks, streets, curbs, gutters, sanitary sewers, storm sewers, water, lighting, landscaping, parking and retention/detention facilities shall be modified only as specifically provided for in the special use ordinance authorizing the PD.

      Except as set forth below, requirements under the Riverwoods zoning ordinance regarding the yard, lot area, lot width, lot shape, lot coverage, dwelling density, height and dwelling size requirements and the limits on combinations of principal structures and uses shall be modified only as specifically provided for in the special use ordinance authorizing the PD.

      Notwithstanding the general authority to grant modifications for yards and dwelling densities, the following specific limitations shall apply:

      1.   The required yards along the periphery of the PD shall be at least equal in width or depth to those of the directly adjacent zoning district(s), not counting districts removed by the presence of an intervening publicly dedicated street right of way.

      2.   Modifications to Density: The density of an PD shall not exceed the amount or number of dwellings allowed under the requirements of the R-1 forty-two thousand (42,000) square feet single-family residential district unless the applicant demonstrates a specific public benefit provided by design features that go above the minimum standards of design excellence by satisfying the enhanced design standards in section 9-9A-6-E and those listed below in this section 9-9A-6-F-2; provided, however, the maximum density of an PD shall not exceed six (6) dwellings for every forty thousand (40,000) gross square feet of land area. The eligible design features of public benefit are:

         a.   Improvements, dedications, and amenities that benefit the village.

         b.   Adaptive reuse of existing structures.

         c.   Sustainable design and construction, LEED design gold, energy star-certified appliances and equipment.

         d.   Alternative energy sources (solar, wind, geothermal, etc.).

         e.   Green roofs, rain gardens, food forests.

         f.   EV charging stations.

         g.   Habitat restoration.

         h.   Public open spaces.

         i.   Filling in missing links to public walking and bicycling paths and trails, sidewalks, and utility easements.

         j.   Stormwater detention capacity beyond site needs.

         k.   Water efficiency and conservation.

   G.   Procedures: A PD shall be reviewed as a "special use" in accordance with the procedures and standards of this section, and shall be processed in three stages as set forth below. Additional requirements regarding the processing of applications, including public hearing procedures and the requirements for the recording of plats shall be set forth in various administrative procedure documents, as amended from time to time. Fees shall be set by the village board, and a list of such shall be kept on file in the office of the village clerk.

      1.   The Applicant: The application for a PD shall be either the authorized agent of all of the owners of record of the property which comprises the PD or the contract purchaser, with consent of all owners, provided:

         a.   That the application shall be submitted in the name of the owners of record, and

         b.   That the party petitioning for the PD shall disclose his interest in the property, such as an equitable interest via a purchase contract for all or a portion of the property in question.

      2.   Pre-Application Conference:

         a.   A request for a pre-application conference shall be made in writing to the village. At least two (2) weeks prior to the conference, the applicant shall provide written or graphic information as to the location, size and uses in the proposed development and a list of all requested modifications to the subdivision code and zoning ordinance. Prior to the conference, a standing technical committee whose members may include the mayor, the chair of the plan commission, the director of community services, the village attorney, the consultant village planner, the consultant village engineer, the consultant village ecologist, the chief of police, the fire chief (of the applicable fire protection district) and any other member selected by the mayor for assistance with technical review, will review the proposal for its compatibility with the comprehensive plan and the general planning policies and precedents of the village.

         b.   At the conference, the standing technical committee will inform the applicant of the results of the preliminary review and of the information, materials and documentation that must be submitted for a formal application.

         c.   Within two (2) weeks after the conference, the standing technical committee will submit a report to the board of trustees.

         d.   An application fee as set forth is the village's fee schedule must be paid to the village by the applicant at the time of the initial pre-application conference.

      3.   Conceptual Presentations:

         a.   Plan Commission: Following the standing technical committee meeting, the applicant will conduct a conceptual presentation to the plan commission at a regularly scheduled plan commission meeting. The commission may provide feedback to the applicant regarding documentation, graphics, investigations or other studies of potential impact that would be anticipated prior to a public hearing on the PD.

         b.   Neighborhood: Following the standing technical committee meeting, the applicant should, independent of the village, invite neighbors within the vicinity of the proposed PD to attend an informational meeting with the applicant to allow for informal and informative dialog about the proposed PD. Such a meeting, though optional, is strongly encouraged, and is not intended to involve or include the plan commission or village board representatives.

      4.   Preliminary Site Plan:

         a.   Upon completion of the above pre-application procedures, the applicant may then make formal application to the director of community services requesting a special use permit for a planned development on forms provided by the village, and include copies of a preliminary site plan containing the information required in subsection 9-9A-6-H. This preliminary site plan shall be the subject of a public hearing before the plan commission, as regulated in section 9-11-9, special uses.

         b.   Upon determination that the application is complete, the director of community services shall forward one copy of the preliminary site plan and special use permit documents to each of the following persons within five (5) working days of receipt thereof from the applicant: village president and trustees, all members of the plan commission, the village clerk, village engineer, the village planner and the village attorney. The balance of the copies of the documents shall be held on file by the director of community services for use by other public officials as may be required.

         c.   The plan commission shall, within sixty (60) days of the filing, conduct a public hearing on the special use permit applicant in accordance with applicable statutes.

         d.   Within forty-five (45) days after the adjournment of the public hearing, the plan commission shall submit in writing its finding of facts and recommendations to the village board and the applicant, based on the standards set forth in subsection 9-9A-6-G.

         e.   The board of trustees shall approve, approve with conditions and modifications or reject the preliminary site plan within a reasonable amount of time, usually within sixty (60) days after its next regular meeting following the receipt of the written recommendation of the plan commission.

         (1)   If the preliminary site plan is not approved, the village board shall state in writing the reasons for the decision and such writing, if prepared, shall be filed with the village clerk, and a copy shall be sent to the applicant.

         (2)   If the preliminary site plan is approved or approved with conditions and modifications, the village board shall authorize the applicant to submit a final development plan for the planned development.

      5.   Final Development Plan:

         a.   Within one (1) year following the approval of the preliminary site plan, the applicant shall file with the village a final development plan for the proportion of the project area identified in the preliminary phasing plan approved as part of the preliminary site plan approval as the "first phase" of the subject site containing, in final form, the information required in the preliminary site plan and additional information as required in subsection 9-9A-6-I. Within three (3) years following the approval of the preliminary site plan, the applicant shall have filed with the village a final development plan for all portions of the subject site.

         b.   The plan commission shall review each final development plan with regard to its conformance to the approved preliminary site plan and to the final development plan requirements, and shall submit its report and recommendations to the village board its findings regarding substantial conformance to the approved preliminary site plan, within forty-five (45) days.

         c.   The village board, after receipt of the report and recommendations of the plan commission shall review each final development plan, and if it is determined to be in substantial conformance with the approved preliminary site plan and in conformance with the final development plan requirements, will authorize by ordinance the issuance of a special use permit.

         d.   If any final development plan is held to be not in substantial conformance with the preliminary site plan or not in conformance with the final development plan requirements, the village board shall inform the applicant of the specific areas found deficient. The applicant may request from the village board an extension of time to bring each final development plan into conformance and to complete the requirements, or may request a new public hearing under the procedures established for approval of a preliminary site plan.

         e.   Once the special use permit is issued, the village clerk shall amend the official zoning map of the village to show the approved underlying zoning district and the number of the ordinance approving the special use permit.

   H.   Standards: In reviewing an application for a PD, the village board will be required to make certain findings based on the standards below:

      1.   Required Findings: No applicant for a PD shall be approved unless all of the following findings are made about the proposal:

         a.   Comprehensive Plan: It shall conform with the comprehensive plan and the general planning policies and precedents of the village, particularly with reference to the following:

         (1)   Land use policies.

         (2)   Sustainable practices and environmental protection.

         (3)   Land use intensity.

         (4)   Housing goals.

         (5)   Traffic impact and parking.

         (6)   Impact on schools, public utilities and facilities.

         (7)   The character of the village and the specific neighborhood.

         (8)   The conservation and enhancement of the tax base and economic well-being of the village.

         b.   Permitted Uses: Each of the proposed uses is a permitted or special use in the district or districts in which the PD would be located, in accordance with this chapter.

         c.   Affordable Housing: The PD includes an affordable housing plan in compliance with the village's affordable housing ordinance.

         d.   Public Welfare: It shall be so designed, located and proposed to be operated and maintained that the public health, safety and welfare will not be endangered or detrimentally affected.

         e.   Impact On Other Property: It shall not substantially lessen or impede the suitability for permitted use and development of, or be injurious to the use and enjoyment of, or substantially diminish or impair the value of, or be incompatible with, other property in the immediate vicinity.

         f.   Impact On Public Facilities And Resources: It shall not create an adverse impact on municipal facilities, parks and recreation, schools, fire and police protection, or the resources to support them.

         g.   Infrastructure: It shall have or make provision for adequate utilities, drainage and other necessary facilities.

         h.   Parking And Traffic: It shall have or make adequate provision for parking, ingress, and egress and be so designed as to minimize traffic congestion and hazards in the public streets.

         i.   Adequate Buffering: It shall have adequate site area, which area may be greater than the minimum in the district in which the proposed site is located, and other buffering features to protect uses within the development and on surrounding properties.

         j.   Performance: There shall be reasonable assurance that if authorized, the PD will be completed according to schedule and adequately maintained.

         k.   Modifications. The development satisfies the enhanced design standards in this chapter required as a condition of granting modifications.

   I.   Preliminary Site Plan: The following items constitute the minimum requirements for the contents of a preliminary site plan but the foregoing list may be adjusted by the director of community services as appropriate to the specific development. The applicant should feel free to supplement the list with whatever materials deemed appropriate to illustrate compliance with the regulations and intent of this section. Maps which shall be included as part of the application shall be drawn at a scale of one hundred feet to one inch (100-1") or, if the area of the site is more than two hundred (200) acres, two hundred feet to one inch (200-1"). All maps shall be dated and include a scale and north point.

      1.   A legal description of the site.

      2.   A boundary line survey of the site prepared and certified by a registered land surveyor within the past ninety (90) days, showing the dimensions of the property's boundaries and all existing rights of way adjacent to the property.

      3.   Existing and proposed topography of the land with contours shown at intervals no greater than two feet (2'). Topographic data shall refer to the U.S.G.S. North American Datum-Mean Sea Level Elevation.

      4.   Existing and proposed landscape features including existing protected woodlands, significant tree groupings, isolated preservable trees six inches (6") or more in diameter at one foot (1') above ground level, endangered native plants and/or animals, scenic views and other natural features such as lakes, ponds, waterways, wetlands, floodplains, etc.

      5.   Existing zoning and land uses on and adjacent to the site.

      6.   Village, school district and park district boundary lines on or adjacent to the site.

      7.   Locations and dimensions of all existing and proposed structures, building heights, number of stories, gross floor areas, floor area ratios and entrances.

      8.   All proposed uses, including statistical tabulation of the acreage amounts of all uses, the number, size and the type of dwellings in all structures, and the dwelling density.

      9.   Locations and dimensions of all existing and proposed streets, curb cuts, aisles, bicycle paths and walkways, the number and location of all parking spaces and loading areas and the names of all streets. If the exact use of the site is not known at the time of a site plan submittal, parking and loading requirements shall be calculated for the general use having the greatest parking and loading requirements.

      10.   All areas to be dedicated as common open space, designated for easements, and all sites to be conveyed, dedicated or reserved for parks, playgrounds, prairies, woodlands, conservation areas, school sites, public buildings and similar public and quasi-public uses, together with the proposed plan for the permanent maintenance of such common open space areas.

      11.   A utility concept plan, including the location of all existing sanitary sewer, storm sewer and water lines on the site and on property immediately adjacent to the site. Similar information shall be provided for gas, electric, telephone and cable television utilities. The utility concept plan shall be accompanied by a statement from the village engineer attesting to the capability of existing systems to service the proposed development.

      12.   A storm water drainage plan, identifying portions of the site in the flood plain or in flood plain fringe areas, the existing and proposed flow and storm drainage, and the location of drainage ditches, culverts, standing water and proposed detention/retention facilities.

      13.   A plan for wetland delineation, preservation, enhancement or mitigation.

      14.   Soil problem areas based on a soil survey of the site including a report from the soil conservation service. Additional soil information may be requested by the plan commission and/or the village engineer.

      15.   Location, height and material for all screening walls and fences, the location and direction of proposed lighting facilities and the location and dimensions of each outdoor trash storage area.

      16.   A detailed listing of all requested modifications to zoning and subdivision requirements, and the reasons why such modifications are deemed to be in the public interest.

      17.   Other information requested by the plan commission or the village board as necessary to reasonably clarify the proposal and its impact or economic feasibility. Such information may include but not be limited to any of the following:

         a.   A traffic study by a qualified traffic engineer indicating the volume of traffic to be generated by the planned development and proposing any special engineering design features and/or traffic regulation devices needed to ensure the proper safety of traffic circulation to, through and around the planned development or any phase of it.

         b.   Tax and school impact study detailing the impact the planned development will have on all taxing bodies. In addition, the expected number of students to be generated by any residential portion of the planned development shall also be quantified, and estimates made, as to the projected revenues and expenditures by the village attributable to the development.

         c.   A conceptual landscaping planting plan, indicating the height, size, location, quantities and variety of plant materials.

         d.   An analysis of the marketability of proposed sale or rental properties or of the demand for proposed services or uses.

   J.   Final Development Plan:

      1.   Contents: Each final development plan shall include the following:

         a.   All of the information required for the approved preliminary site plan, updated and in final form.

         b.   A Preliminary Subdivision Plat or, at the applicant's option, a final subdivision plat of all subdivided lands in the same form and meeting all requirements of the Riverwoods subdivision control ordinance, to the extent that compliance with the subdivision regulation of the village shall be required by the village board of trustees.

         c.   An accurate legal description of each separate unsubdivided use area, including common open space.

         d.   Certificates, seals and signatures required for the dedication of land and recording of the document.

         e.   A copy of the formal agreement with a public agency or private association for the ownership and maintenance of the common open space and drainageways.

         f.   A restrictive covenant in a form acceptable to the village attorney limiting development of, and construction upon, the tract as a whole to such development and construction as shall comply with the final development plan and the special use permit granted by the village board, which document shall include a provision granting the Village a right to enforce the same.

         g.   Final landscape plan for all rights of way, common areas and conservation easements on builder lots, indicating the height, size, location, quantity and variety of all plant materials, and a suitable process for approval of landscape plans for dedicated conservation easements on custom lots.

         h.   Final engineering drawings including the final utility plan.

         i.   Final architectural design development drawings, including plans, elevations and sections for all major structures on builder lots, and a suitable process for approval of architectural drawings for all major structures on custom lots.

         j.   Proof of all applicable approvals from state and county officials or from other agencies outside the Village having jurisdiction.

         k.   A schedule for construction of all phases of the development, including landscaping, utilities and site amenities indicating when each phase can be expected to begin and end.

      2.   Permitted Changes: Minor changes from the approved preliminary site plan may be allowed in the final development plan without a public hearing, provided such changes are determined to be minor by the village board after review and recommendation by the plan commission. A change shall not be considered minor if it includes any of the following:

         a.   A change in the use or character of the development.

         b.   An increase by more than one percent (1%) in the overall coverage of structures.

         c.   An increase in the density or intensity of use.

         d.   A relocation of any street, curb cut or intersection of more than ten feet (10') in a manner which would increase the problems of traffic circulation or public utilities, or which would cause a significant negative impact upon the buffer or open space scheme.

         e.   A reduction of more than one percent (1%) in approved open space.

         f.   A reduction in off-street parking and loading spaces.

         g.   A reduction in required pavement widths.

         h.   A change in the arrangement or location of principal structures or uses by more than ten feet (10').

         i.   A reduction in total storm water detention capacity or an increase in the design rate of storm water discharge from the site.

      Changes in addition to or in excess of the limits described above shall be considered major changes and require submission of a new application which shall be processed and approved in the same manner as required for the original application.

   K.   Conditions of Development: After the approval of the Final Development Plan, the use of land and construction, modification or alteration of any buildings or structures within the PD will be governed by the approved Final Development Plan and all applicable Village ordinances not specifically waived in the ordinance granting a special use permit for the PD. In addition, the following conditions apply to the construction of a PD:

      1.   Construction in accordance with the final development plan shall commence within one year. If the applicant fails to commence within that period, the board of trustees, pursuant to the terms of the special use ordinance granting approval, at its option, may vote to repeal such ordinance, thereby rendering null and void the final development plan approval of the PD, all prior plan approvals upon which final development plan approval depends, and the special use permit for the PD. Alternatively, the board of trustees, it its discretion, may grant extensions in accordance with subsection 9-9A-6-K-2 below.

      2.   The village board may extend the time limit for the commencement of construction as follows:

         a.   If a delay, or anticipated delay, is caused by governmental action without fault on the part of the developer, an extension may be granted for a period not longer than the period of the governmental delay.

         b.   For good cause shown, an extension may be granted for such period of time as the village board deems appropriate, but not exceeding twelve (12) months exclusive of extensions authorized under subsection 9-9A-6-K-2a, above.

      3.   No permit shall be issued for any construction in a PD, nor shall any use of the properties commence until the developer posts with the village a sum in cash, negotiable securities surety bond or irrevocable letter of credit running to the village in an amount sufficient to cover the full cost, including engineering, legal and inspection fees and costs, plus twenty five percent (25%) of such total, to ensure the satisfactory installation of all streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, sanitary sewers, storm sewers, water lighting, landscaping, parking, retention/detention areas and all other public improvements. The cost of the improvements shall be based on confirmed estimates approved by the village Engineer and all guarantees except cash and negotiable securities shall be reviewed by the village attorney for conformance to village ordinances. If a surety bond is submitted, it shall have good and sufficient surety thereon and shall not be accepted until approved by the president and board of trustees. If the PD is to be constructed and developed in stages or phases, the deposit of cash or securities or the bond posted, shall be in an amount based upon the confirmed estimated cost of installation of improvements in the respective stage or phase as approved by the village engineer.

      4.   No changes shall be made in the approved final development plan, except with the approval of the village board according to the same limitations and procedure set forth in subsection 9-9A-6-I-2. Any approved changes must be recorded as amendments to the recorded copy of the final development plan. If the approved change is related to any of the approved plans or drawings, amended plans or drawings must be filed with the village and recorded. No changes may be made in the final development plan unless they are required for the continued successful functioning of the PD, or unless they are required by changes in conditions that have occurred since the final development plan was approved or by changes in the development policy in the village.

      5.   The village board may at any time request written reports on the progress and development of the proposed PD. If the village board is satisfied that the permittee has, for not less than one year, abandoned the development of the PD or failed to follow the final development plan, it shall hold a public hearing for the purpose of considering the revocation of all permits issued and action taken herein. Written notice of said hearing shall be sent by certified mail (return receipt) to the permittee at the business address stated in the application for the PD. If the village board finds that the permittee has abandoned the development of the proposed PD or failed to follow the final development plan, it may then revoke all permits issued and action taken herein and repeal the special use ordinance authorizing the PD.

      6.   Any building or structure within the PD that is totally or substantially destroyed may be reconstructed only in compliance with the final development plan unless an amendment to the final development plan is approved following the procedures required for the original application.

   L.   Conditions and Guarantees: Prior to granting a special use permit for a PD development, the plan commission may recommend, and the village board stipulate by ordinance, such conditions and restrictions upon the establishment, location, construction, maintenance and operation of the PD development as deemed necessary for the protection and requirements specified herein or as may be, from time to time, required. In all cases in which PD developments are approved, the village board shall require such evidence and guarantees as it may deem necessary as proof that the conditions stipulated in connection therewith are being and will be complied with. (Ord. 25-02-02, 2-18-2025)

Automobile service stations as defined in section 9-2-3 of this title.

Signs, when such are in conformance with title 12 of this code. (Ord. 190, 3-19-1973)

As in CR-1 districts. (Ord. 190, 3-19-1973)

   A.   Lot Area: There shall not be less than forty five thousand (45,000) square feet of lot area per service station unit excluding road easements. No building or structure (including gasoline pumps) nor the enlargement of any building or structure shall be hereafter erected or maintained unless the yards and lot area herein specified are provided and maintained in connection with such building, structure or enlargement.

   B.   Floor Area: Buildings shall have a ground floor area of not less than one thousand two hundred fifty (1,250) square feet. Only one building shall be allowed per lot.

   C.   Frontage: No lot shall have a frontage of less than one hundred feet (100') nor more than two hundred fifty feet (250'). The average lot width shall be no less than one hundred feet (100'). (Ord. 190, 3-19-1973)

No building or structure shall be erected or enlarged to exceed a height of one story or twelve feet (12'). (Ord. 190, 3-19-1973)

   A.   Front Yard: All new structures permitted in this district shall be set back from the front street line a distance of not less than sixty feet (60').

   B.   Side Yards: There shall be two (2) side yards, each of which shall be not less than thirty feet (30'). On a corner lot there shall be a front yard on each street side of said lot.

   C.   Rear Yard: There shall be provided a rear yard of not less than forty feet (40'). (Ord. 190, 3-19-1973)

Outdoor lighting fixtures shall not be located so as to cause direct view from any lots adjacent to the lot whereon they are situated. In no case shall such outdoor lights illuminate the ground level of any point on the lot to a greater intensity than five (5) lumens per square foot. Light standards shall not be higher than twenty feet (20') above ground elevation. (Ord. 190, 3-19-1973)

As in CR-1 districts. (Ord. 190, 3-19-1973)

Driveways shall be of asphaltic or portland cement concrete. (Ord. 190, 3-19-1973)

Any lot line of a lot in this classification which is common with a lot of any other classification shall be masked by an evergreen planting screen at least eight feet (8') in height and not less than twenty feet (20') wide. (Ord. 190, 3-19-1973)