§ 158.189. MPUD Conceptual Master Plan and Regulation Book Requirements.

(A)

Land Uses. Identification of Residential, Neighborhood/Village Commercial, Town Center, Resort, Mixed Use or Employment Centers consistent with Policies 1.2.2.1 through 1.2.2.8 of the City's Comprehensive Plan. Identify the gross and net useable land area.

(B)

Density. A computation of residential density and non-residential intensity.

(C)

Access. Every dwelling unit or other use permitted within a MPUD district shall have access to a public or private street either directly or via an approved private road, pedestrian way, court or other area dedicated to public or private use, or common element guaranteeing access.

(D)

Zoning Regulations. Zoning regulations shall be established for each land use including, but not limited to:

(1)

Minimum lot size and frontage;

(2)

Minimum rear, side and front yard setbacks;

(3)

Maximum building coverage;

(4)

Building height;

(5)

Minimum living area;

(6)

Density; and

(7)

Permitted uses and accessory uses.

(E)

Provision for Vehicular and Pedestrian Circulation.

(1)

The street and roadway pattern within a MPUD shall be designated to promote a pedestrian and bicycle friendly environment with an emphasis on connection to surrounding areas. For each facility to be included in the MPUD, design criteria shall be included addressing:

(a)

Right-of-way width.

(b)

On-street parking (if applicable).

(c)

Design cross sections.

(d)

Streetscape design.

(2)

A network of pedestrian trails and bicycle paths, with shortcuts and alternatives to travel along high-volume streets shall be provided within or in proximity to each residential area.

(F)

Transit Oriented Design Features. The following shall be considered to encourage the establishment and use of transit:

(1)

Mix of land uses vertically as well as horizontally;

(2)

Inclusion of civic uses:

(3)

Locate higher density housing within or near neighborhood/village commercial areas, town centers and mixed use areas;

(4)

Design of street networks with multiple connections and relatively direct routes; and

(5)

Encourage shared use of parking areas and innovative parking design.

(G)

Off-Street Parking and Off-Street Loading Requirements. Off-street parking and off-street loading facilities shall be provided as set forth within section 158.221. Compact parking space standards may be used for up to thirty (30) percent of the total required spaces. A compact parking space shall have a minimum of seven and one-half-foot width and length of fifteen (15) feet. Shared or joint use of parking facilities between and among uses is permitted in town center and mixed use areas when:

(1)

There is a relationship among the land uses utilizing shared parking that will attract drivers to two (2) or more uses in a single strip; and

(2)

There is adequate linkage between the parking and each of the uses sharing the parking; and

(3)

The applicant has submitted a properly drawn legal instrument executed by the parties concerned showing agreement to such use and specifying the duration of the agreement; and

(4)

A shared parking analysis is submitted.

(H)

Provision for Public Facilities and Services. Provision shall be made within a MPUD District for all public facilities and services deemed essential by the City Council for location and establishment within that district. Required sites as provided for in either annexation/developer agreements or a DRI development order for facilities and services shall be of such sizes, proportions, and location so as to effectively serve their intended purposes in a manner beneficial to future residents of the development and to the city as a whole. These sites shall be dedicated to the city or other applicable public body as provided for in either annexation/developer agreements or a DRI development order.

(I)

Underground Utilities. Within a MPUD, all utilities, including telephone, television cable, and electrical systems shall be installed underground wherever possible (i.e. excluding transmission and distribution power lines). Appurtenances to these systems which require above-ground installation shall be effectively screened and, thereby, may be exempted from this requirement. Primary facilities providing services to the site of the MPUD may be exempted.

(J)

Open Space and Recreation Areas. Open space and recreational areas shall be provided consistent with Policy 1.1.47 of the city's comprehensive plan.

(K)

Wetlands and Uplands. Identification of extent and location of wetland and native upland habitat preservation areas.

(L)

Stormwater. Identification of the preliminary areas suitable to address stormwater management requirements. Stormwater retention areas should be consistent with South Florida Water Management District requirements, however retention area shapes and dimensions are conceptual and may be modified to accommodate final site plans.

(M)

Landscaping and Buffering. Landscaping and buffering requirements are subject to Chapter 154. An alternative landscape plan may be approved for a MPUD provided that it fulfills the purpose and intent of Chapter 154. Wherever essential to ensure compatibility, land use areas within a MPUD shall be suitably screened from each other and from adjacent development or roadways outside the MPUD by appropriate buffering materials. Buffering shall be provided by use of natural vegetation, landscaping berms, or decorative wood or masonry walls.

(N)

DRI Requirements. The applicant may be required to include one or more of the following to demonstrate compliance with the approved DRI development order conditions: an ecological survey, drainage study, recreation impact study or traffic study.

(Ord. No. 10-62, § 2, 8-9-10; Ord. No. 15-85, § 1, 12-7-15)