HomeMy WebLinkAboutTable 16-2105.12.1160 Density
The PUD may provide for an increase in density of residential development by up to 20 percent of that allowed in the base zoning district. Applicants seeking increased residential density
through a Planned Unit Development are required to provide at least one (1) or a combination of site amenities that equal the required amount of amenity points to achieve the desired
density bonus.
Amenity points and equivalent density increases. Increases in density will be awarded through a 1:1 ratio with amenity points. For every increase in amenity points for a planned unit
development, the applicant will be allowed an equivalent amount of density increase, up to a maximum increase of 20 percent. Table 16-1 outlines the required amount of amenity points
to achieve various density increases.
Table 16-1: Amenity Points and Equivalent Density Increases
Amenity Points
Density Increase
5
5 percent
10
10 percent
15
15 percent
20
20 percent
Site amenities. Site amenities that are eligible for amenity points are listed in Table 16-2, along with their associated standards of implementation. Some of the amenities may be awarded
a range of amenity point based upon the quality and magnitude of the amenity. The City is not requiring the installation or use of any of these amenities.
Site amenities not listed. The City may also consider the allotment of amenity points for site amenities that are not otherwise specified within this article as part of the preliminary
plan phase of the planned unit development.
Table 16-2: Site Amenities
Point s
Amenity
Standards
5-10
AdvancedStormwater Reuse Irrigaiton System
The construction of stormwater reuse irrigation systems for the purpose of irrigating individual residential lots. A minimum of 50 percent of the total proposed residential lots shall
be served by a stormwater reuse irrigation system. Amenity points will be rewarded based upon the total amount of residential lots served. For every additional ten percent of the
total lots served, the applicant shall be rewarded one additional amenity point. All stormwater reuse irrigation systems shall meet the requirements of LEC 105.12.1150(d).
10
Additional open space
A minimum of 50 percent of the site not occupied by buildings shall be landscaped outdoor open space. A minimum of 50 percent of the provided open space shall be contiguous. Open space
classifications that qualify may include natural habitat, neighborhood recreation, trail corridors or open space buffers.
10
Public right-of- way dedicatio n
Dedication of land and construction of a public road, trail, pathway, or greenway that is part of an approved city plan, but outside the scope of the immediate project area. Right-of-way
improvements should be designed per the specification of the city engineer.
5
Fire sprinkler systems
The installation of fire sprinkler systems, per NFPA 13, 13D or 13R, in structures that are not currently required to install these systems under state code. Amenity points will only
be awarded in situations where there are a significant proportion of structures in the development that are not required to be sprinkled under the state building code. In addition,
the density bonus calculation shall only be applied to the number of structures that do not require fire sprinkler systems.
5
Leadershi p in
energy and environm ental design
The proposed development shall meet the minimum standards for LEED Silver certification. The developer must submit the LEED checklist and documentation to the City, approved by a LEED
Accredited Professional (LEED-AP), which shows that the project meets LEED Certification.
5
Renewable Energy
A minimum of 30 percent of the total electricity usage shall be derived from renewable energy sources through onsite generation and/or renewable energy credits.
1-3
Theming
Significant utilization of various elements of theming consistent with the 2013 Lake Elmo Theming Project, including, but are not limited to, signage, fencing, landscaping, lighting
and site furnishings. One amenity point shall be rewarded for every integrated theming component. Each theming component must be incorporated along 100 percent of the proposed streets
to receive credit. A maximum of three credits shall be rewarded.
3
Natural features
Site planning that preserves significant natural features or restores ecological functions of a previously damaged natural environment above and beyond that required by city ordinance
or engineering standards.
HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 08-253 on 11/3/2021