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Page 3 • Provided a public park within the development, with improvements that exceed City standards. • Provided a public trail to connect to existing trails in the adjacent developments. Preserving and enhancing natural features with the trail system that meanders through the development. • Provided a landscaping plan that exceeds City standards. • Preserved existing significant trees on the property. • Created a stormwater reuse irrigation project within the development. • Incorporated architectural design guidelines for the homes in the development 4. CONTEXT: A. Surrounding land Use and Zoning The property to the north is zoned Low Density Multiple Family Residential (R-4) and occupied by the Pineview Meadows townhome development. The properties to the east, south, and west are zoned Single Family Detached Residential (R-3) and occupied by the Country Ponds, Beaver Ponds, and Birch Tree Ponds residential developments. The properties to the west, across Highway 61, are zoning General Industrial (1-3) and are occupied by industrial uses. There are also a few vacant parcels to the east that are also zoned Single Family Detached Residential (R- 3). B. Natural Characteristics of Site The properties are currently vacant and do contain some challenges regarding an existing drainage ditch, floodplain, and high ground water. The properties are relatively flat with approximately 57 acres of wetlands. 5. ANALYSIS: A. Level of Discretion in Decision Making The City has relatively high level of discretion in approving a PUD. A PUD must be consistent with the City's comprehensive plan. The City may impose reasonable requirements in a PUD not otherwise required if the City deems it necessary to promote the general health, safety, and welfare of the community. B. Consistency with Ordinance Standards Planned Unit Development The 2030 Comprehensive Plan shows the land use being Low Density Residential (LD). The PUD is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan in terms of land use and density. The Adelaide Landing PUD general plan has offered a creative and efficient method to planning the site, all which meets the intent of the PUD ordinance. It is in staff s opinion that the PUD amendment meets the intent of the PUD ordinance, and is consistent with the PUD general plan.