The UC Districts are established to allow for growth and development of colleges and universities, while protecting the larger community, nearby neighborhoods, and the environment from impacts accompanying major new development.

Development in the UC Districts shall be designed for a mix of integrated university-related, uses, linked by pedestrian ways, bikeways, and other transportation systems. Development in these districts shall also encourage reduced auto use, mitigate environmental impacts, conserve energy resources and achieve visual continuity in the siting and scale of buildings.