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Zoning and Density Justification The property is zoned R-4 (Low Density Multi-Family Residential), which permits townhome development at densities between 3 and 6 units per acre, with the ability to increase density to 8 units per acre through the Planned Unit Development (PUD) process. The proposed development achieves a density of approximately 7.5 units per acre, which is consistent with nearby townhome developments and remains within the allowable density range under PUD zoning. The increase from 40 to 50 units is achieved through itnproved site efficiency and layout refinement, not through reductions in setbacks or open space. Key itnprovements include: Elimination of internal stormwater ponding, more efficient building placement, smaller building footprint, itnproved internal circulation and increased usable open space. The revised plan results in approxitnately 2.8% more pervious surface area than the previously approved 40-unit plan, along with increased usable open space due to the removal of central ponding and maintains the core design elements supported in the previously approved 40-unit development while addressing layout efficiencies and overall site functionality. Quantitative Zonin-g a-nd-PUD Comparison- The proposed Planned Unit Development has been evaluated against the underlying R-4 zoning standards as well as typical development metrics. The following comparison demonstrates that while the proposed plan utilizes PUD flexibility in litnited areas, it exceeds standard zoning requirements in several key performance categories: Dimensional Standards Comparison Standard R-4 Requirement Proposed PUD Minitnum Site Size 1 acre 6.7 acres Site Width at Setback 150 ft 440 ft Site Depth 150 ft 663 ft Front Yard Setback 25 ft 25 ft Side Yard Setback 15 ft 25 ft Rear Yard Setback 25 ft 25 ft Building Separation 30 ft 20 ft Maxitnum Building Coverage 40% 21.3% (net of park) Maxitnum Impervious Surface 70% 52.2% (net of park) Maxim um Building Height 35 feet 29 feet Minitnum Unit Size 960 sq ft 1,150 sq ft Performance-Based Observations The comparison illustrates that the proposed development: Significantly reduces building coverage compared to allowed maxitnums, Maintains substantially lower itnpervious surface coverage-improving stormwater performance, Exceeds minimum unit size requirements-supporting higher quality housing, Provides increased side yard setbacks-maintaining separation from adjacent properties. Pg. 2