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(2)The PUD, by allowing deviation from the strict provisions of this ordinance related to setbacks, heights, lot area, width and depths, yards, etc., may be considered by the City when it would result in one or more of the following public benefits: (a)Implementation of a master plan consistent with the Planning District objectives of the Comprehensive Plan. The need for a formal master plan was not identified for this area in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. The proposed development is consistent with the 2006 EAW concept plan for low density single family residential conservation development. (b)Innovations in development that address growing demands for all styles of economic expansion, greater variety in lot size, configuration, home type, design, enhanced architectural standards, and siting of structures through the conservation and more efficient use of land in such developments. The applicant is proposing a conservation development. The villas provide a housing option with main-level living with association-maintain yards and snow removal which addresses life-cycle housing. The project will include enhanced architectural design requirements and an anti-monotony code. (c)Preservation and enhancement of desirable site characteristics such as wildlife habitat, unique natural resources, existing vegetation, natural topography, geologic features and reduction of negative impacts on the environment. The conservation development preserves and enhances desirable site characteristics by minimizing wetland, woodland, and rare plant species impacts. The site will include approximately 55 acres (73%) of open space preserved in a conservation easement. (d)Creative use of land and related physical development which allows a phased and orderly transition of varying land uses in close proximity to each other. Pine Oaks is a continuation of Natures Refuge North conservation subdivision. (e)Efficient use of land resulting in smaller networks of utilities and streets thereby lowering development costs and public investments. The configuration of the lots preserves open space and as many wetlands as possible and avoids a gas line easement that spans the site diagonally which results in a smaller network of utilities and streets. (f)Mix of land use types. 12