A.
In the interest of encouraging more imaginative, original
and efficient utilization of land in communities made of two land
development techniques, which are proving to be of considerable benefit
to both developer and the municipality, a greater understanding of
these techniques, and their application, can be of benefit to all
interests involved in the development process.
B.
"Planned unit development" is the general configuration
of the individual or collective housing units that are involved. More
precisely, a planned unit development:
C.
The assets which are normally inherent in this type
of development are summarized as follows:
(1)
Cost savings through more efficient land planning
with smaller networks of utilities and pavements.
(2)
Small, private yards for outdoor living with a minimum
of maintenance chores permitting a maximum of time and energy for
recreational facilities.
(3)
Large, common areas of open spaces for attractive
neighborhood settings.
(4)
Possible neighborhood recreation centers for swimming,
crafts, meetings and other group activities.
D.
Among the housing concepts that are emerging to meet
these varied needs are townhouses with common open areas, homes in
cluster subdivisions, and homes developed with related private recreation
centers.
