In considering any application for approval of a planned unit development plan, the planning commission and city council shall make their determinations on the basis of the standards for site plan approval set forth in section 51-21.28, as well as the following standards and requirements:

(1)

Conformance with the planned unit development concept. The overall design and all uses proposed in connection with a planned unit development shall be consistent with and promote the intent of the planned unit development concept, as well as with specific project design standards set forth herein.

(2)

Compatibility with adjacent uses. The proposed planned unit development shall set forth specifications with respect to height, setbacks, density, parking, circulation, landscaping, views, and other design and layout features which exhibit due regard for the relationship of the development to surrounding properties and the uses thereon. In determining whether this requirement has been met, consideration shall be given to:

a.

The bulk, placement, and materials of construction of proposed structures.

b.

The location and screening of vehicular circulation and parking areas in relation to surrounding development.

c.

The location and screening of outdoor storage, outdoor activity or work areas, and mechanical equipment in relation to surrounding development.

d.

The hours of operation of the proposed uses.

e.

The provision of landscaping and other site amenities.

(3)

Public services. The proposed planned unit development shall not exceed the capacity of existing and available public services, including, but not necessarily limited to, utilities, public roads, police and fire protection services, and educational services, unless the proposal contains an acceptable plan for providing necessary services or evidence that such services will be available by the time the planned unit development is completed.

(4)

Impact of traffic. The planned unit development shall be designed to minimize the impact of traffic generated by the proposed development on surrounding uses. In determining whether this requirement has been met, consideration shall be given to:

a.

Access to major thoroughfares.

b.

Estimated traffic to be generated by the proposed development.

c.

Proximity and relation to intersections.

d.

Adequacy of driver site distances.

e.

Location of and access to off-street parking.

f.

Required vehicular turning movements.

g.

Provisions for pedestrian traffic.

(5)

Protection of natural environment. The proposed planned unit development shall be protective of the natural environment, and shall be in compliance with all applicable environmental protection laws and regulations.

(6)

Compatibility with the master plan. The proposed planned unit development shall be consistent with the general principles and objectives of the adopted master plan and future land use map.

(7)

Compliance with applicable regulations. The proposed planned unit development shall be in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

(Code 1994, § 16.06)