Unified Development Ordinance

Sec. 8.11.1. General Provisions

Sec. 8.11.1. General Provisions aaron.sheppard… Tue, 05/23/2023 - 13:26
  1. Intent
    In order to maintain and improve access to the local and regional transit systems, development subject to site plan review per Sec. 10.2.8. and located along existing or planned transit routes is required to provide for new transit amenity infrastructure. The required improvements may include a transit easement, shelter, bench or other amenities as described in Sec. 8.11.3.
  2. Applicability
    1. Where a Tier 2 or Tier 3 plan is proposed on lots with frontage on an existing near-term planned or long-term planned transit route the requirements of this Article shall apply.
    2. The type, quantity and location of transit infrastructure to be provided are based upon trip generation rate of the proposed development. When a suitable location for the transit stop cannot be provided on-site due to
      physical constraints, a fee in lieu of construction shall be paid to the City for the design and construction of a comparable stop location nearby. Physical constraints are defined as:
      1. Steep slopes in excess of 15%;
      2. Potential intersection or driveway sight distance conflicts; or,
      3. The proposed location poses an unsafe condition for the transit system, motor vehicles, or pedestrians.
  3. Land Use and Daily Trips
    Accepted trip generation standards will be analyzed to determine whether or not dedication or installation of a transit stop and associated infrastructure shall be required. These standards are a function of land use, size of building or use and total daily site trips. This determination will be made pursuant to Sec. 8.11.3.
  4. Operational Considerations
    A transit stop will be constructed on-site when it facilitates the efficient and safe operation of the transit service and allows for safe vehicular and pedestrian
    movements.