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Adelaide Landing Preliminary Plat/PUD – Narrative 2 The PUD is a tool that will allow flexibility from the R-3 District standards to create a better overall design that preserves and enhances the natural features of the site while introducing a mix of product styles for first time homebuyers, families and empty nesters. Further, it will create much needed connections to open and play spaces for the surrounding community. It is understood that PUDs are reviewed under the expectation that the developer will deliver a higher quality product in exchange for relaxation of the standard Zoning Code. To summarize the above table, flexibility is being requested for minimum lot size, minimum lot width, front, side and rear setbacks as well as maximum lot impervious surface. In response to the evaluation criteria specified in the PUD Zoning Code, the site provides the following in exchange for flexibility: 1. Preservation of the Site’s Natural Features – Of the nearly 60 acres of wetland, 1.34 acres are being impacted; leaving 98 percent untouched. Additionally, trees are being preserved to maintain a buffer in the northeast corner of the site. A couple other pockets of trees are planned to remain in the southern portion of the property, becoming a site amenity. 2. Creation of an Extensive Trail System – Approximately 8,000 lineal feet (1.5 miles) of trails is being created in Adelaide Landing. The pathways provide connections from the surrounding neighborhoods that scenically meander around the ponds and wetlands through the park. In addition to the trails, there will be 13,000 lineal feet (2.5 miles) of sidewalk providing even more pedestrian options. 3. Significant Landscaping – Under the standard zoning ordinance, 2 trees per lot are required or about 638 total trees. The plan contemplates a combination of over 1,400 boulevard, screening and front yard trees. Extensive landscaping is evident along Highway 61 and 130th Street to buffer the rear yards from street traffic. Buffer areas are also planned for the park and in the rear yards of homes adjacent to the existing neighborhoods. 4. Storm Water Reuse System – A storm water reuse system will be implemented to use onsite ponding to irrigate common areas, park areas and all homes’ yards. The system’s pumps and mainline will be owned and maintained by the Master Homeowners Association. Not only does water reuse aid in meeting the site’s infiltration requirements, but also conserves potable water for domestic use. 5. Decrease in the Allowed Density – Under the R-3 Zoning Ordinance, a maximum density of 4 units per acre is allowed. By creating a design that is sensitive to preserving the natural features (wetlands and wooded areas), less density is achieved. Adelaide Landing plans for nearly half the allowed density at 2.2 units per acre. 6. Architectural Design Guidelines – Architectural Guidelines will ensure aesthetically pleasing homes that will complement each other, yet celebrate a variety architectural styles. HOUSING & SETBACKS The variety of lot sizes allow for a variety of home styles to meet the needs of many different buyers. The 45’ wide lots are planned for Villas which offer main level living with association maintained grounds mostly geared toward empty nesters. Single family lots with widths of 65, 70 and 85 feet are suitable for a variety of traditional single family home sizes to meet a variety of price points. The smaller 50-foot wide lots are ideal for smaller homes geared toward first time homebuyers. In all, there will be about five different home series. The accompanying elevations (Attachment A)