(A)

Purpose. The purpose and intent of Urban Design Model Project is to allow the City to authorize the implementation of model projects which through urban design enhance the City's built environment by improving safety and mobility for vehicles, pedestrians, and bicyclist.

The City Council may approve "Urban Design Model Project" which through urban design, public-private partnerships, and multi-modal transportation alternatives results in a superior urban form than realized through our current development regulations. Demonstration projects must clearly contribute to greater safety through design for pedestrians, bicyclist and motorist.

Approval of Urban Design Model Projects shall authorize the applicant to develop a project with:

(1)

Alternate front, side, rear yard setback

(2)

Reduced parking requirements

(3)

Encroachments in pedestrian easements for building awnings and tables

(4)

Outdoor dining

(5)

Alternate Floor heights

(6)

Alternative signage requirements

(7)

Alternative parking layouts

(B)

Procedure. An applicant for an Urban Design Model Project must submit an application to be placed on the agenda for the Planning and Zoning Commission for review and recommendation of the proposed project. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall prepare a report for the City Council prior to the City Council considering the request for designation of an Urban Design Model Project. The application must describe the proposed project including, variations from Zoning Regulations and enhanced elements of urban design achieved through the proposed Urban Design Model Project.

(Ord. No. 24-05, 10-2-2024)

Editor's note(s)—The following five pages have a portion of Appendix A of the Padre Boulevard and Entertainment District Code that was adopted as Appendix "Z". The entire Appendix "Z" is on file with the Planning Department.