§ 30.24.080. Design Standards and Guidelines.

The following design standards and guidelines are intended to achieve the overall purpose of the PUD as defined in 30.24.010. The requirements established in subsections (b) through (e) below shall be shown on the site development plans submitted for consideration with the special use permit. Variance or waiver applications to modify the requirements herein established shall not be accepted unless expressly permitted within the respective Section or subsection.

a.

Like Transitioning.

1.

Transitioning considerations include a range of design features related to existing and proposed development, such as but not limited to height, mass, density, appropriate buffers, architecture, landscaping, loss of privacy, unsightly views, pedestrian and vehicular traffic circulation, parking concerns, and environmental impacts.

2.

A proposed PUD shall incorporate height and density transitioning considerations along the development's perimeter to achieve an orderly transition to existing residential development on adjacent properties. Buildings or units proposed to be located along the perimeter of the PUD should stay within a 50 percent (50%) tolerance range of the height and density of residential development that is adjacent to, or across the street from, the PUD's perimeter.

b.

Architectural Features.

1.

The following features shall be required:

A.

Window and door fenestration on all sides of units located along the development's perimeter except for side elevations located less than 20 feet from another residential side elevation.

B.

Contrasting color schemes used to create visual depth around windows, doors, and building corners.

C.

A minimum of one (1) principal window treatment on every elevation (front, side, or rear) that faces any street (public or private) or required open space area that may include, but is not limited to, popouts, decorative wrought iron, wood trim, shutters, plant shelves, and other features or embellishments to vary and soften the visual exteriors.

2.

In addition to the requirements of subsection 30.24.080(b)(1) above, a minimum of three (3) of the following design features shall also be required:

A.

Enhanced corners (popouts, embellishments, etc.).

B.

Deep recessed garages.

C.

Low roofs (one story roofs).

D.

Second stories stacked at greater setback than first floor to facilitate a first floor roof feature, especially when located immediately above the garage.

E.

Offset garage doors.

F.

Roof overhangs.

G.

Courtyards (pony walls and/or decorative wrought iron may be used for courtyard enclosures).

H.

Enhanced window fenestration on all front elevations and all second story windows facing a street or required open space area, using principal window treatments per 30.24.080(1)(C).

I.

Deck, Patio Cover, and/or Balcony Option.

c.

Streetscapes.

1.

The following features shall be required:

A.

Streets in non-rural residential planned unit developments should be designed whenever possible to avoid long, straight expanses of streets which encourage high speed vehicular travel and are not aesthetically appealing. Providing a minimum 25 foot lateral deviation from a straight course for every 350 feet of street length or other design measures may be used to achieve this goal. Non-rural residential planned unit developments with 51 lots or more are required to meet this standard.

B.

Four (4) foot wide sidewalk installed on both sides of the street or a five (5) foot wide sidewalk installed on one (1) side of the street.

C.

A minimum of two (2) pedestrian connections to destinations such as a trails system, public facilities, transit stops, or public street network to promote connectivity.

D.

Residential units shall maintain a minimum 10 foot setback from any street, drive aisle, sidewalk, or curb. Architectural intrusions per Chapter 30.56 are permitted subject to compliance with sight zone requirements. Reduction to this standard may only be permitted with approval of a waiver of development standards, with the exception of sight zone requirements, which cannot be waived or varied unless otherwise specified in Section 30.52.025.

d.

Perimeter Landscaping. All perimeter landscaping shall comply with the requirements established in Chapter 30.64.

e.

Parking.

1.

Parking for single-family or two-family residential development shall be provided as follows: Reduction to these standards may only be permitted with approval of a waiver of development standards

A.

Two (2) spaces per residence or townhouse, both spaces must be on-site unless an alternative is specifically approved per subsection (C) below.

B.

One (1) additional space shall be provided per every five (5) residential units which may be accommodated off-site, or when functionally feasible, on-street or within a driveway. If required resident parking spaces are enclosed, an additional 1 space is required per every 5 enclosed spaces.

C.

Exception. Where on-street parking is legally allowed and functionally feasible in terms of a PUD's overall design, each on-street parking space may be substituted on a one-for-one basis for each unit requirement, provided a detailed parking analysis and plan that satisfies functional and safety standards is submitted and approved.

3.

Parking for multiple-family residential development shall be provided as required for multi-family dwellings in Chapter 30.60, Table 30.60-1.

f.

Optional Amenities. In addition to the requirements of subsections 30.24.080(a-e) above, the following optional amenities are encouraged (but not required) for all planned unit development.

1.

Enhanced paving and design features at intersections, courtyards, driveways, etc.

2.

Staggered setbacks for adjacent homes.

3.

L-curbs to prevent parking on a sidewalk.

4.

Recessed or rear-entry garages.

5.

Enhanced perimeter landscaping with detached sidewalks.

6.

The use of green building components, such as but not limited to the following:

A.

Energy-conserving permeable pavement on private streets, drives, and sidewalks.

B.

Energy-conserving cool roofing materials.

C.

Renewable energy systems for heating and/or cooling.

D.

Renewable energy features such as preservation of solar access with selective window orientation and added glazing to maximize heating/cooling efficiency.

E.

Alternative water source features and water re-use systems for irrigation.

F.

Use of landscaping, natural topography, and energy-efficient building layout for natural windbreaks and shade.

G.

Higher insulation levels.

H.

Resource conserving designs and use of recycled construction materials.

7.

Construction of accessory apartments for affordable housing opportunities as permitted by Table 30.44-1.

8.

Preservation of unique historical or cultural features, including natural topography, air, sunlight, and scenic resources.

9.

Provision of bicycle and pedestrian pathway systems, especially to designated potential open space or park areas, trails, scenic sites, viewpoints and/or public transit access to the site. Any required landscaping may be within a trail dedication; however it cannot obstruct the intended use of the trail.

10.

Provision of natural drainage control, landscaped drainage retention facilities, and regional flood control measures.

11.

Other suitable amenities or public benefits deemed worthy of consideration by the Commission or Board.

(Ord. 3544 § 1 (part), 2007; Ord. 3524 § 2, 2007; Ord. 3381 § 2 (part), 2006: Ord. 3078 § 2 (part), 2004)

(Ord. No. 4200, § 2, 4-16-2014; Ord. No. 4410, § 1, 7-6-2016; Ord. No. 4445, § 2, 11-2-2016; Ord. No. 4658, § 6, 12-19-2018)