The purpose of this section, Flexible Development, is to:
1. promote more sensitive siting of buildings and better overall site planning;
2. encourage the preservation of open land for its scenic beauty and to enhance
agricultural, open space, forestry, and recreational use;
3. preserve historical and archeological resources; to protect the natural
environment, including the Town’s varied landscapes and water resources;
4. protect the value of real property;
5. perpetuate the appearance of the Town's traditional New England landscape;
6. facilitate the construction, operation and maintenance of streets, utilities, and
public services in a more economical and efficient manner;
7. offer an alternative to standard subdivision development; and
8. promote the development of housing affordable to low and moderate income
households. 8.1.2 Definitions. See Section 11, definition of "Flexible Development." 8.1 3 Applicability. In accordance with the following provisions, a Flexible Development project
may be created, whether a subdivision or not, from any parcel or set of contiguous parcels with more
than five (5) acres held in common ownership and located entirely within the Town. 8.1.4 Procedures. Flexible Development may be authorized upon the issuance of a special permit by
the Planning & Zoning Board (PZB). See the PZB’s Rules and Regulations for specific application
and procedural requirements. Applicants for Flexible Development shall file with the PZB the
following:
1. A development plan conforming to the requirements for a preliminary plan as set
forth in the Subdivision Rules and Regulations of the PZB. 2. Where wetland delineation is in doubt or dispute, the PZB may require
appropriate documentation. 3. Data on proposed wastewater disposal, which shall be referred to a consulting
engineer for review and recommendation. 4.