Ordinance 2536-01 - Laserfiche WebLink

10. Landscaping for wetponds, detention ponds, recreation, and parking areas including any fencing that is proposed or required; 11. Environmentally sensitive areas (ESA), buffers and setbacks with a specific lot detail planting plan for lots adjacent to ESA and required buffers; 12. Location of existing trees larger than twelve inches in diameter and identification of which trees will remain on site and be incorporated into the approved landscaping plan; and 13. Proposed topography, including rockeries and retaining walls. G. Requirements for Building Design and Elevations. All designs and elevations are to be prepared by or under the supervision of a qualified architect or designer. An applicant for a proposed cluster subdivision or short subdivision is required to submit preliminary building designs and elevations consistent with the following minimums: 1. The unit type proposed, showing an integrated architectural theme for the development; 2. The unit design and elevations showing how the proposed units comply with the development standards as defined in the city's Zoning Code for cluster subdivision or short subdivisions; 3. The unit design shall take into consideration the relationship and coordination of the indoor and outdoor spaces to provide for the optimum use of both; 4. The unit shall be designed to fit a specific lot, so that adequate off-street parking can be provided and still provide a pleasing streetscape; private yard areas or open space is provided similar to and functions as a typical single-family residence; if possible, the unit should provide for the potential for solar orientation for the unit and open space; if the project has natural areas and views, the orientation and design should take into consideration these amenities; and 5. The unit design shall adequately address public health, safety and welfare issues as defined by the city. EMC 18.16.030 Review process for the cluster alternative. A cluster alternative application shall be reviewed as a Review Process III as defined in Title 15 of this code, as amended, and Section 18.08.040 of this title. EMC 18.16.040 Approval of the cluster alternative. A. Approval of the cluster alternative by the hearing examiner shall constitute authorization for the applicant to develop the facilities and improvements as required in the preliminary approval. Development shall be in accordance with the plans and specifications as approved by the city subject to all conditions and requirements of the preliminary approval imposed by the hearing examiner. B. Time Limits for Preliminary Approval. A cluster alternative decision shall be issued by the hearing examiner within one hundred twenty days as defined in Title 15 of this code, as amended. C. Expiration of the Approval. Final approval must be obtained within five years of preliminary approval, after which time the approval will be void. An extension may be granted by the city for one year if the applicant has attempted in good faith to submit the final cluster plat or cluster short plat within the five-year time period; provided, however, 20