(a)

For the purposes of this chapter, the following terms are used to describe density. Unless specifically stated otherwise, the number of dwelling units permitted per acre of land shall be determined by net density, as defined below.

(1)

The purpose and intent of using net density is to accurately determine the actual carrying capacity of a given parcel, by removing site features that are difficult or impossible to develop. This ensures that the character of a development is consistent with the intent of purpose of the various zoning districts in the city, rather than protected land being used to create out-of-scale developments.

(2)

Net density. Subtracting the acreage of regulated wetlands, flood plains, and other protected lands that cannot be built on due to county, state, or federal regulations. Permanent water bodies on the site will also be subtracted out, as well as steep slopes exceeding 20 percent grade. Dividing the maximum allowable housing units per acre, based on this chapter, by the remaining acreage, is known as the net density.

(Ord. No. 24-674, § 2(Exh. A), 1-22-24)

(a)

Residential and mixed-use developments shall not exceed the following limits on the number of housing units per acre, using the calculation for net density in section [94-10.01(a)(2)].

(Ord. No. 24-674, § 2(Exh. A), 1-22-24)