Planned unit development No. 3 applies to the area approximately
6.76 acres in size situated on the east and west sides of San Antonio
Drive as illustrated in Exhibit "A." For the purposes of this article,
Site 1, Site 2, and Site 3 may be hereinafter referred to as, "garden
apartments," "senior center" and "courtyard apartments."
(Prior code § 27-49.1; Ord. 1481 § 1, 1998; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
The purpose of the planned unit development zone is to provide
a more flexible method whereby appropriately located land areas can
be developed, employing more innovative and imaginative land planning
concepts than would be possible through the strict application of
conventional zoning. It is intended that the planned unit development
will exhibit excellence in design, site arrangements, integration
of uses and structures, benefit from substantial lush landscaping,
and protection to the integrity of surrounding developments, although
such developments may deviate in certain respects from traditional
zoning regulations.
(Prior code § 27-49.2; Ord. 1481 § 1, 1998; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
The basic objectives of this plan are to:
A. Provide
housing opportunities specifically designed to meet the needs of the
senior citizen population;
B. Eliminate
conditions of non-use and/or Inappropriate utilization of land that
adversely impact the area and promote development of the site to its
highest and best use;
C. Provide
a highly attractive, stimulating, and innovative riving environment
for the senior citizen population.
(Prior code § 27-49.3; Ord. 1481 § 1, 1998; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
In order to achieve the foregoing objectives, all development
in planned unit development zone No. 3 shall be subject to the review
and approval of the Planning Commission. The following policies shall
be applied in designing, managing and regulating development and uses
within the area:
A. Building
materials, fencing, roof materials and architectural design/building
renovation will reflect quality and good workmanship.
B. Landscaped
setbacks shall be provided along the perimeter of the site and shall
include a substantial amount of trees, shrubs, groundcover, and/or
other plant materials.
C. Walls,
fencing, gates, and access to property shall be arranged to provide
security to residents of the property. Security features shall be
reviewed and approved by the Community Development Department and
installed prior to occupancy of the development.
(Prior code § 27-49.4; Ord. 1481 § 1, 1998; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
In the planned unit development No. 3 zone, the following uses
are permitted subject to any conditions deemed necessary to accomplish
the objectives and policies of the planned unit development area:
A. Residential
housing for senior citizens aged 55 or older, including but not limited
to, the following accessory uses:
2. Recreation
buildings or rooms;
3. Offices
for administrative and support staff;
5. The
keeping of dogs, cats, and similar pets, subject to the following:
a. Birds and fish are generally exempt as to absolute number,
b. Maximum of two pets per unit,
c. Weight shall not exceed 15 pounds per pet.
C. Other
similar uses not specified that complement and support the senior
housing use shall be reviewed by the Director of Community Development.
The Director may administratively approve the use or refer it to the
Planning Commission for review and determination.
(Prior code § 27-49.5; Ord. 1481 § 1, 1998; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
The maximum permitted density for Site 1 shall be 36 dwelling
units per acre, and the maximum permitted density for Site 3 shall
be 74 dwelling units per acre. No residential units shall be permitted
on Site 2.
(Prior code § 27-49.6; Ord. 1481 § 1, 1998; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
The following development standards shall apply to planned unit
development No. 3:
A. Setbacks.
Each building shall provide the following setbacks:
1. Minimum
10 foot setback shall be provided from any property line abutting
a public street or right-of-way.
2. Minimum
five-foot setback shall be provided from any property line not abutting
a public street or right-of-way.
B. Maximum
Building Height. No building or structure on Site 1 shall exceed two
stories or 30 feet in height. No building or structure on Site 3 shall
exceed four stories or 50 feet in height.
C. Minimum
Unit Size. Each dwelling unit on Site 1 and Site 3 shall contain the
following minimum floor areas:
1. One
bedroom units: 525 square feet;
2. Two
bedroom units: 700 square feet.
D. Parking
and Access.
1. Minimum
of 0.93 parking spaces shall be provided for each dwelling unit on
Site 1, and a minimum of 0.7 parking spaces shall be provided for
each dwelling unit on Site 3.
2. Parking
spaces and driveways shall be paved with asphalt or concrete except
that the driveway entrances to the vehicle parking area and the driveway
in front of the main entrance to the building(s) shall be paved or
surfaced with a decorative material such as brick, pebble aggregate,
or stamped concrete subject to the review and approval of the Planning
Commission or the Director of Community Development.
3. All
parking spaces shall be arranged so that cars are not required to
back onto public streets or alleys.
4. No
storage of inoperable vehicles, boats, camper shells and trailers
shall be permitted.
5. Parking spaces and driveways shall be designed consistent with Chapter
17.03, Article I (Off-Street Parking and Loading Requirements) of the Norwalk Municipal Code.
E. Open
Space. Open space shall be provided per the approved site plan. Common
outdoor open space may contain amenities and shall be a minimum of
10 feet wide and shall be open and unobstructed from the ground up.
F. Signs. All signs except signs permitted under Section
17.03.170 shall be submitted for review and approval by the Director of Community Development and/or the Planning Commission.
G. Landscaping.
Landscaping for the planned unit development shall conform to a landscape
and irrigation plan reviewed and approved by the Community Development
Department. The plan shall be prepared by a licensed landscape architect
and shall show the location of turf, trees, shrubs, walks, fences
and any ponds, fountains, or other decorative features. The plan shall
clearly portray a permanent irrigation system, identify all new and
existing plants by their botanical and common names, and indicate
the location, number and container size of all shrubs and trees.
H. Refuse
Storage. Refuse storage sites shall be screened and maintained in
a manner that prevents the creation of any nuisance or otherwise detracts
from the property value or, residential character of the neighborhood.
The storage sites shall be designed to be compatible with the architecture
of the building. The location of refuse storage and the manner of
screening shall be subject to the review and approval of the Community
Development Department.
I. Laundry
Facilities. Laundry facilities for the use of residents shall be conveniently
located in reasonable proximity to the units they are intended to
serve. The location of laundry facilities shall be subject to the
approval of the Planning Commission or the Director of Community Development.
J. Security.
1. The
design of the residential development shall include fencing, electronic
gates, a visitor call system and/or other features necessary to provide
adequate security to the satisfaction of the Director of Community
Development. The location of access gates reviewed and approved by
the Planning Commission or the Director of Community Development.
2. An
internal security system shall be installed and maintained in each
unit which will permit residents to quickly and easily summon assistance
in an emergency to the satisfaction of the Planning Commission or
the Director of Community Development.
K. Storage
Space. Storage space shall be provided for each residential unit.
The location and size of each storage space shall be subject to the
approval of the Planning Commission or the Director of Community Development.
L. Soundproofing.
1. All
windows shall be dual glazed windows.
2. All
development shall comply with exterior sound transmission control
requirements of Section 1208A.8 of the City building code.
(Prior code § 27-49.7; Ord. 1481 § 1, 1998; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
Any expansion of the boundaries or any amendment to the objectives,
polices, standards, and regulations of this planned unit development
shall be accomplished in accordance with the procedures set forth
in Article I of this chapter.
(Prior code § 27-49.8; Ord. 1481 § 1, 1998; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)