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A. The bonus can be utilized at the time of site plan or subdivision for new projects subject to the additional regulations of this section.

B. All of the affordable housing dwelling units shall be located within the overall project boundary.

C. Affordable units shall be incorporated throughout the project, and shall not be distinguishable from market-rate units through location, grouping, unit size, interior finishes, or exterior design.

D. Dimensional Standards

The following reductions are allowed in order to incorporate the additional dwelling units:

1. Lot Dimensions

a. Single-Family and Two-Family Lots in RU-5, RU-5(2), and the Small Lot Option

Minimum lot area and width requirements can be reduced by a maximum of 20%.

b. All Other Residential Development

Minimum lot area and width requirements can be reduced by a maximum of 35%.

2. Yard Requirements

a. Single-Family and Two-Family Lots in RU-5, RU-5(2), and the Small Lot Option

Minimum yard requirements can be reduced by a maximum of 20%.

b. All Other Residential Development

Minimum yard requirements can be reduced by a maximum of 35%.

3. Required Compliance with Infill Standards

Regardless of the lot and yard dimensional allowances above, infill standards per Sec. 6.8, Infill Development in Residential Districts, shall apply to all residential development that is applicable under that section.

E. Projects utilizing the affordable housing bonuses shall not be exempt from a traffic impact analysis (TIA) if required pursuant to Sec. 3.3, Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA).

F. Units added through this program shall not increase the amount of open space otherwise required for the project.

G. Compliance and reporting shall be pursuant to the City’s adopted Affordable Housing Bonus Polices and Procedures, as amended.

H. Compliance measures can be required at the time of approval, including but not limited to contracts, restrictive covenants, deed restrictions, and stipulated penalties.

I. All affordable dwelling units proposed within the project shall be provided prior to, or concurrently with, any bonus units.