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September 14, 2021 <br />Page 4 <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />2. Analysis <br /> <br />Planned Unit Development <br /> <br />Purpose. The applicant wishes to establish a PUD, Planned Unit Development zoning <br />district to accommodate the proposed apartment project. For PUD applications, it is <br />important that the purpose of planned unit development be considered and that a <br />determination is made that this purpose will be fulfilled. <br /> <br />Generally speaking, planned unit development is intended to allow a mixture of uses and/or <br />flexibility from the strict terms of the Zoning Ordinance in return for higher site and building <br />design standards than what would otherwise be allowed or required. <br /> <br />Section 152.202 of the Zoning Ordinance specifically states that planned unit development <br />may allow the following: <br /> <br />(A) Variety. Within a comprehensive site design concept, a mixture of land uses, housing <br />types and densities; <br />(B) Sensitivity. Through the departure from the strict application of required setbacks, <br />yard areas, lot sizes, minimum house sizes, minimum requirements, and other <br />performance standards associated with traditional zoning, a PUD can maximize the <br />development potential of land while remaining sensitive to its unique and valuable <br />natural characteristics; <br />(C) Efficiency. The consolidation of areas for recreation and reductions in street lengths <br />and other utility-related expenses; <br />36