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detached and attached units) provided that the density does not exceed 3.0 units per acre. There will be significant open space as well. While these are the approximate use parameters, the specifics of development in this area are to be part of a master plan using a planned unit development approach." It is important to remember we are not reviewing the Hardwood Creek concept plan. This is a new project and needs to be evaluated on its own merits. AUAR The AUAR is a comprehensive environmental review of possible development scenarios within the I -35E corridor. The centerpiece of the plan is the Conservation Design Framework which identifies opportunities for the establishment of multifunctional greenway corridors. For much of the corridor, including the Watermark site, these greenways will be created from non-existent native areas or areas of low quality or low functioning resources. Zoning Ordinance Per 1007.024 PUD, Planned Unit Development, Purpose and Intent Statement: • Provide for the grouping of lots or buildings for development as an integrated, coordinated unit as opposed to traditional parcel by parcel, piecemeal, or sporadic approach to development. • Introduce flexibility of site design and architecture for the conservation of land and open space through clustering of lots, buildings and activities, which promote the goals outlined in the Comprehensive Plan or serve another public purpose. • Developments are to be characterized by central management, integrated planning and architecture, joint and common use and maintenance of parking, open space and other similar facilities, and harmonious selection and efficient distribution of uses. The PUD, by allowing deviation from the strict provisions of this Ordinance related to setbacks, heights, lot area, width and depths, yards, etc., is intended to encourage: • A development pattern in harmony with the objectives of the Comprehensive Plan. • Innovations in development that address growing demands for all styles of economic expansion, greater variety in type, design, architectural standards, and siting of structures through the conservation and more efficient use of land in such developments. • The preservation and enhancement of desirable site characteristics such as existing vegetation, natural topography and geologic features and the prevention of soil erosion. • A 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. 3