18.180.040 Required findings.
A PAD plan and the rezoning of a PAD District shall only be approved if all of the following findings are made:
A. The proposed development is consistent with the general plan, MCC Title 17, Subdivisions, and any applicable specific plan or master plan, including the density and intensity limitations that apply;
B. The subject site is physically suitable for the type and intensity of the land use being proposed;
C. Adequate transportation facilities and public services exist or will be provided in accordance with the conditions of PAD plan approval, to serve the proposed development and the approval of the proposed development will not result in a reduction of traffic levels of service or public services so as to be a detriment to public health, safety, or welfare;
D. The proposed development will not have a substantial adverse effect on surrounding land uses and will be compatible with the existing and planned land use character of the surrounding area;
E. The development complies with applicable adopted design guidelines; and
F. The proposed development carries out the intent of the Planned Area Development provisions by providing a more efficient use of the land and an excellence of architecture and site design greater than that which could be achieved through the application of the base district regulations.
G. Residential densities shall be determined on the basis of the following:
1. The densities of the surrounding development;
2. The urban development goals and other policies of the general plan;
3. The topography and character of the natural environment;
4. The impact of a given density on the specific site and adjacent properties.
H. Minimum Lot Area. Single-family residential developments may propose lotting arrangements with a portion of the site in parcels with less than a 5,000 square feet lot area when achieving a minimum of six points from the PAD Design Element Table.
I. Modify Development Land Use Regulations.
1. Criteria for Modifications to Default Standards. At a minimum, the following criteria when evaluating all requests for modifications to this title standards and/or general development standards:
a. The modification is consistent with the application of design requirements designated in the PAD;
b. The modification will result in a project design that meets or exceeds the design goals and guidelines as expressed by the PAD; and
c. The modification results in a building of superior architectural design, as determined by building form and massing, use of materials and colors, and relationship of the building to the building site;
d. The modification is in accordance with the city of Maricopa adopted building code and adopted Design Standards Manual, as may be applicable.
2. Applicable Zoning Code. Development standards not established within the PAD plan shall refer to the applicable zoning code. [Ord. 20-11 §2(510.04); Res. 20-31.]