Richmond
§ 18.49.030

Objectives

The objectives of the Flex Tech development are to:

A.  Maximize opportunities for flexibility in the design of large developments by providing a more desirable use and arrangement than would be possible through conventional application of ordinance requirements;

 

B.  Encourage developers to conserve the natural features of a site, and protect natural and historic resources by providing for more creative approaches to the development of land;

 

C.  Encourage a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of land for recreation, conservation and open space uses;

 

D.  Encourage and promote a variety in the physical development of land use in the town;

 

E.  Allow for efficient provisions and effective use of physical improvements and municipal services relative to land use development;

 

F.  Limit the number of road entrances into existing town and state roads to avoid adverse public health and safety and visual impacts; and

 

G.  Provide an open space plan for the development that incorporates pathways, walkways and bike trails throughout the development that links to a larger open space greenway plan for the community and the county, and in doing so to incorporate the protection of environmentally important resources. 

(Ord. dated 11-16-02 (part))