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— n regulations C U N I N G H A M Land Use Develop and maintain a land use pattern that The new G R o u P strengthens the vitality,quality,and character of our residential flexibility,encourage a balanced mix neighborhoods,commercial districts,and industrial areas while of land uses,and offer the possibility protecting the community's natural resources and developing a of creating additional community sustainable pattern for future development. gathering space. Selected Policies: Given the location of the TCAAP • Evaluate and amend the land use regulations to development area,the regulations do achieve the highest possible development standards, not directly affect the character of enhance the natural environment,protect public established neighborhoods. health,support a vital mix of land uses,and promote The regulations do not establish flexible approaches to implement the Comprehensive minimum density requirements, Plan. although site and market conditions • Ensure that land use regulations promote development will likely require medium to high that is compatible with nearby properties, densities on the site. neighborhood character,and natural features; minimize pedestrian and vehicular conflict;and visually enhance development. • Provide a balanced mix of residential,park,open space,and commercial land uses. • Construct all new development at an average density of at least three residential units per net residential acre. =- • Explore the possibility of creating additional community gathering space in conjunction with public or private organizations,including AHATS. Housing-Develop and maintain a strong,vital,diverse and The draft regulations allow,but do stable housing supply for all members of the community. not require,a variety of housing Selected Policies: types. Questions to be discussed: • Promote the development of a variety of housing whether the regulations should options by preserving and increasing high-quality require some diversity of housing housing opportunities that are suitable for a mix of types;whether they should do more ages,incomes and household types. to promote affordable or senior • Encourage the incorporation of affordable,life-cycle, housing. and work force housing into new development and redevelopment where feasible. • Encourage housing development and redevelopment that is complimentary to and enhances the character of the City's established neighborhoods. Economic Development and Redevelopment—Promote the The statement of intent for the Mixed development,redevelopment,and maintenance of a viable, Business District is generally innovative,and diverse business environment serving Arden consistent with the economic Hills and the metropolitan area. development goals.The Financial Selected Policies: and Resource Component of the draft • Work to create and strengthen existing partnerships regulations specify that the between public and private agencies and institutions. redevelopment proj ect's tax base • Engage the private sector to encourage development must support long-term maintenance and redevelopment projects that are beneficial to the of infrastructure and support city City and identify incentives or programs where services. Note that zoning can allow applicable that promote private sector investment. and encourage but rarely require • Encourage communication and cooperation between certain development types such as businesses,educational institutions,and the public "corporate campus." \\Ahdocsl\ah\AHdata\Planning\Community Oevelopment\TCAAP\Planning-Public Auction\land Use Planning\Cuningham Group\Review_mem0201004D5(2).docxPage 2 05