1136 Ridge Lake Way, Oakland, FL 34787

Planned Unit Develpoment District

The PD District is intended to provide a process for the evaluation of unique individually planned developments which are not otherwise permitted in the zoning districts established by this Chapter. The PUD District is to be a voluntary process commenced by an applicant for such zoning designation. The standards and procedures of this district are intended to promote flexibility of design and permit planned diversification and integration of uses and structures, while at the same time retaining in the Town Commission absolute authority to establish such limitations and regulations as it deems necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare. In so doing, the PD district is designed to: To achieve a superior community form, through sustainable community development and innovative, flexible and alternative development designs including mixed use; To allow Traditional Neighborhood Development as a viable development option; To promote conscientious economic development; To promote quality infill development which strengthens the character of the community; To protect sensitive natural areas by directing growth to environmentally appropriate areas; To protect preserve and enhance the Town’s tree canopy; To result in a development that is better planned, contains more amenities and a development that is more desirable than what would be produced in accordance with typical zoning ordinance and subdivision controls; To offer a functional and complimentary mix of land uses to encourage a variety of housing types; To provide for ample usable recreation and open space and; To ensure compatibility with surrounding future land use designations.; Maintain the rural character of Oakland, such as Oakland Avenue.