In addition to the criteria set forth in Section 10.5.2, in evaluating
the proposed ARD, the Planning & Zoning Board shall consider:
1. the general purpose and objectives of this by-law;
2. the existing and probable future development of surrounding areas;
3. the appropriateness of the proposed layout of streets, ways, lots and structures;
4. the proposed layout and use of the Common Land in relation to the proposed
dwelling units in the ARD, adjoining public or private common land or open
space, or the topography, soils and other characteristics of the tract of land in
question;
5. whether the application complies with the requirements of this Section 8.5, other
applicable requirements of the Zoning By-laws and any regulations and
guidelines promulgated there to, where applicable, the construction and design
standards of the Easton Subdivision Rules and Regulations;
6. whether the application is consistent with the purposes of this section; and
7. whether the application is in harmony with the existing and probable future uses
of the area and with the character of the surrounding area and neighborhood. 8.5.15 Phasing. If the special permit granted under this section is for more than 100 units, the SPGA
may, at its discretion, specify that the construction of the ARD shall be phased in accordance with the
following schedule:
1. PHASE I (0-12 months from issuance of special permit): Total number of
building permits issued for dwelling units shall not exceed fifty percent (50%)
of the total number of dwelling units approved under this special permit;
2. PHASE II (12-24 months from issuance of special permit): Total number of
building permits issued for dwelling units shall not exceed seventy-five percent
(75%) of the total number dwelling units approved under this special permit;
3.