5501 Keystone Ave, Springdale, AR 72764

Planned Unit Development District

The planned unit development district is established to permit the subdivision of land and zoning review into one process. The combination review permits a development proposal to be acted upon simultaneously by the developer and the city. This system is advantageous when the developer that plats the land and provides access and utilities also provides the amenities that make the overall project marketable. An additional advantage is that the approved PUD plan remains intact even if transfer in ownership occurs. The approved PUD plan represents a commitment by both the developer and the city. The PUD process permits more flexibility in the choice of building types, the arrangement of varied land uses, and the use of generalized rather than specific development regulation. By permitting and encouraging the use of such procedures the planning commission and the city council will be able to make more informed land use decisions and thereby guide development more effectively in the best interest of the city. The PUD should: Facilitate and encourage a maximum of social and community interactions and activity among those who live, shop, play and work there.; Provide open space not only for traditional private use in setbacks and yards surrounding structures, but also conveniently located with respect to points of residential and commercial concentration for the general benefit of the community and public as places for relaxation, recreation and social activity.; Provide a comprehensive, multi-modal circulation system separated from vehicular roadways which links residential, non-residential and open space areas; Preserve the natural environment by minimizing the grading necessary for construction.; Achieve a maximum of safety, convenience and amenity for both the residents of the PUD and the residents of neighboring areas and assure compatibility with existing and proposed surrounding land uses.