§ 50-903. Objectives.

In order to carry out the intent of this division, a planned unit development shall achieve the following objectives:

(1)

A maximum choice in the types of environment, occupancy, tenure (e.g., cooperatives, individual ownership, condominium, leasing), types of housing, lot sizes and community facilities available to existing and potential county residents at all economic levels;

(2)

More usable open space and recreation areas;

(3)

More convenience in location of accessory commercial and service areas;

(4)

The preservation of trees, outstanding natural topography and geologic features and prevention of soil erosion;

(5)

A creative use of land and related physical development which allows an orderly transition of land from rural to urban uses;

(6)

An efficient use of land resulting in smaller networks of utilities and streets and thereby lower housing costs;

(7)

A development pattern in harmony with the objectives of the master plan, especially in regard to agricultural land use;

(8)

A more desirable environment than would be possible through the strict application of other articles of this division;

(9)

The preservation of historic structures through rehabilitation and, where appropriate, conversion to commercial use.

(1991 LDR ch. 79, § 6.05(B))