§ 1601. Purposes

Planned unit developments (PUDs), involving the careful application of design, are encouraged to achieve a more functional, aesthetically pleasing and harmonious lining and working environment within the city which otherwise might not be possible by strict adherence to the regulations of this ordinance.

In certain instances, the objectives of the general plan and zoning ordinance may be achieved by the development of planned units which do not conform in all respects with the land use pattern designated by the general plan, the zone plan or the district regulations prescribed by this ordinance. A planned unit development may include a combination of different dwelling types and/or a variety of land uses which are made to complement each other and harmonize with existing and proposed land uses in the vicinity, by design. In order to provide locations for such well-planned developments, the planning commission is empowered to grant use permits for planned unit developments, provided that such developments comply with the regulations prescribed in this article. The commission is also empowered to zone lands for PUD under the provisions of article 10 of this ordinance. The approval of a PUD that is not designated by the general plan is intended to be discretionary on the part of the city rather than an entitlement of a landowner.

(Ord. No. 2015-01, § 1, 4-8-2015)