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An applicant may propose and the planning director, using the review process described in EMC Title 15, Local Project Review Procedures, may allow an applicant to deviate from certain development standards of this chapter, as provided herein, provided the proposal satisfies the evaluation criteria of this section. In evaluating such a proposal, the planning director shall determine if the alternative design provides equivalent or superior results to that which would be required by compliance with the development standards of this chapter.

A. What Can Be Modified. The following standards can be modified:

1. Building modulation.

2. Facades (dwelling and garage).

3. Building entrance requirements.

4. Required outdoor and common area.

B. Evaluation Criteria for Modification. See Chapter 15.03 EMC.

C. Appeal of Planning Director’s Decision. An appeal of the planning director’s decision using this process shall be reviewed by the hearing examiner in accordance with EMC Title 15, Local Project Review Procedures. Substantial weight shall be given to the decision of the planning director in considering any appeal. (Ord. 3774-20 § 5(H) (Exh. 3), 2020.)