10542 Riley St #3, Zeeland, MI 49464

Planned Unit Development District

The intent of this article is to offer an alternative to conventional development and traditional zoning districts by permitting flexibility in the regulations for development by authorizing planned unit developments PUD. The standards in this article are intended to promote and encourage development on lots of record that are suitable in size, location, and character for the uses proposed while ensuring compatibility with adjacent land uses; The PUD process is provided as a design option to allow for one or more of the following: Innovative land development in terms of variety, design, layout, and type of structures constructed; Efficient use of land to facilitate a more economic arrangement of buildings, circulation systems, land use, and utilities; Adaptive re-use of significant or historic buildings; Mixed use development projects and mixed use buildings; Preservation and protection of significant natural features, open space, and cultural/historic resources; Promote efficient provision of public services and utilities; Minimal adverse traffic impacts and accommodate safe and efficient pedestrian access and circulation; Convenient recreational facilities.