Criteria for approval
A. A land development project or any component thereof shall be consistent with the following general criteria where applicable. Additional criteria and standards may be listed within individual districts under article II.
(1) Promote economical and efficient use of the land while providing diverse housing choices and opportunities;
(2) Promote flexibility in design and diversification in the location of structures;
(3) Promote greater flexibility and creative and imaginative design for the development of residential and mixed use areas than what is generally possible under conventional zoning regulations;
(4) Provide suitable safeguards and consideration for land use and site and architectural design that is compatible with adjacent districts and uses;
(5) Promote development that is commensurate with the availability of public facilities and services and promote the safe circulation of traffic throughout the town;
(6) Preserve and protect natural resources and features and encourage consideration of environmental impacts and mitigation measures;
(7) Encourage the provision of open space and public access and give due consideration to the quality and design of landscaping;
(8) Provide for the proper control of erosion, surface and subsurface drainage and pollution through innovative design and best management practices;
(9) Facilitate orderly and harmonious site development, including safe and convenient design and provision of egress and ingress, off-street parking, truck loading, internal circulation, emergency access, refuse disposal, outdoor storage, signage and lighting;
(10) Preserve natural, historical and cultural resources to the maximum extent feasible;
(11) Protect appropriate vistas and environmental qualities of the town; and
(12) Assure compliance with the various elements of the comprehensive plan of the town.
(Ord. No. 08-18, § 5, 7-7-2008)