General standards for approval

An approval shall be granted if the DPRC finds a development meets the following standards:

• A. A Development complies with zoning and other city codes and regulations and is consistent with the comprehensive plan.
• B. Erosion is controlled in accordance with Chapter 15.28 "soil erosion and sedimentation control" of the city code so that erosion shall not impact abutting properties or public streets.
• C. Storm water runoff is treated using best management practices so that there shall be no increased runoff from a development. (All developments shall meet the standards set in the Rhode Island Stormwater Design and Installation Standards Manual as most recently amended.)
• D. Vehicular and pedestrian movement within and access to and egress from a development are safe and efficient and provisions are made for snow removal.
• E. Site improvements, utilities, infrastructure, streets, sidewalks, and parking areas will be constructed in compliance with the applicable city regulations and standards.
• F. The location, arrangement, appearance and quantity of off-street parking and loading are adequate to serve the development and comply with zoning.

Nothing herein shall prevent an applicant from seeking a variance or special permit from the ZBR.

(Ord. 2012-23, § 1, 9/24/2012)