The PZB encourages applicants for Flexible Development
to modify lot size, shape, and other dimensional requirements for lots within a Flexible Development,
subject to the following limitations:
1. Lots having reduced area or frontage shall not have frontage on a street other
than a street created by the Flexible Development; provided, however, that the
PZB may waive this requirement where it is determined that such reduced lot(s)
are consistent with existing development patterns in the neighborhood. 2. Side and rear yards shall be at least ten (10) feet, except as otherwise provided
in this Section. 8.1.7 Basic Maximum Number of Dwelling Units. The Basic Maximum Number of dwelling units
allowed in a Flexible Development shall not exceed the number of lots which could reasonably be
expected to be developed upon the site under a conventional plan in full conformance with all zoning,
subdivision regulations, health regulations, wetlands regulations and other applicable requirements. The proponent shall have the burden of proof with regard to the design and engineering specifications
for such conventional plan. 8.1.8 Density Bonus. The PZB may award a density bonus to increase the Basic Maximum Number of
Dwelling Units in accordance with the following:
1. Transfer Lot. For each transfer lot, as defined in Section 11.0, up to two dwelling
units may be added as a density bonus; provided, however, that this density bonus
shall not exceed 20% of the Basic Maximum Number of Dwelling Units. 2. Additional Open Space. For an increase in the amount of required contiguous
open space of more than 15%, up to two dwelling units may be added as a density
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bonus; provided, however, that this density bonus shall not exceed 10% of the
Basic Maximum Number of Dwelling Units. 3. Cap. Any award of a Density Bonus shall not increase the number of dwelling
units by more than 30% of the Basic Maximum Number. 8.1.9 Affordable Component.