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Zoning The property is zoned R3 (Townhouse/Multi Family Residential). The previous preliminary plat was approved prior to the newer, more stringent, setback requirements and no longer complies. The applicant is requesting the property be rezoned from R3 to Planned Unit Development (PUD). The PUD zoning provides flexibility from the strict application of the R3 zoning district to the mutual benefit of both parties. While the project will be patterned in many ways to be consistent with R-3, the proposal does not meet all setback requirements. The PUD process, an open, transparent review of a project, is supported in lieu of a number of variances, some of which could not be granted. Plat The property was previously platted as five attached to-wnhomes with four units each. (20 total units) The applicant wishes to replace two of the attached townhon-ies (8 units) with five detached units. This will result in three fewer residential units than was originally approved. Analysis Comprehensive Plan The comprehensive plan guides the property for high densiq residential uses. The purpose of the comprehensive plan is to establish a framework and expectations as to the future use of land. The proposed plat and zoning request are consistent with the comprehensive plan. Parks Park dedication requirements have already been satisfied with previous phases of the project. No park dedication is required. Transportation/ Circulation The established transportation and circulation is not affected by either request. Landscaping No landscape plan was submitted with this proposal but a landscape plan was provided in 2003 for the entire development. That plan shows approximately 25 trees in the subject area. Staff recommends that the applicant work with staff on developing a landscape plan that provides for 25 new trees. Setbacks Single family units in ffie R-3 district have setback requirements: • Front 30' (20'ptvpose(� • Side 10' (6'propose( ■ Garage Side 5' (6'propose • Rear 30' (ran-es, lout less Mali 30) Townhomes do not have setback requirements other than they must be located entirely, within their property lines. The proposed front setback of the single family homes is in the same line (setback) as the existing townhome to the east. Setback requirements are in place,in part, to provide a uniform line of buildings. This is accomplished with the proposed 20 foot setback. There is enough driveway space provided as to not interfere with the existing sidewalk. I)e\-elol)iiieiit\l)lanniiig\(ase Viles\Z(AZC 14-05 Wcst Oaks 5th-WAZC'1405 sr PC 9-23-14 Wcst Oaks.docx